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Transition from Google Assistant to Gemini: The Future of Device Interaction
Google is replacing Google Assistant with Gemini on devices. Discover the impact and the future of technology.
Google announced the transition from Google Assistant to Gemini, marking a new phase in how people interact with devices. This change will affect a variety of devices, from phones and tablets to cars and devices that connect to your phone, such as headphones and watches. The transition from Google Assistant to Gemini is scheduled to take place over the coming months.
This decision did not come as a complete surprise, since Google had already launched Bard, now renamed Gemini, with the promise of integrating its features into Google Assistant. In 2024, a series of Google Assistant features were removed, indicating that this replacement was imminent.
The impact of this change will be significant, as Google Assistant will no longer be available for new downloads on most mobile devices. However, updates to Gemini will bring new experiences to connected home devices, such as speakers, displays, and TVs.
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Impact of the Change on Devices
Devices affected by this transition include Android phones, tablets, cars, headphones, watches, and even some TV sets. However, devices running Android 9 or earlier and those with less than 2GB of RAM will be excluded from these updates. Device requirements:- Android phones, including foldable models, with 2GB of RAM or more, running Android 10 or later.
- Android tablets, including the Pixel Tablet, with 2GB of RAM or more, running Android 10 or later.
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