The fact that Gemini is already the center of the Android ecosystem means a lot: Its native app has turned the already outdated Google Assistant on its head. Although it aims to go even further thanks to the use of extensions that increase its possibilities.

The “Phone” extension, which will bring some Google Assistant skills to the assistant renewed with Gemini, has been around for a while. And as spotted in a teardown of the Gemini app, they appear to be closer than ever.

Gemini has a lot to thank for extensions

Gemini is already Android’s digital assistant, courtesy of the old Google Assistant that’s been on our devices for years. And with it some shortcomingsYouTube, Music, Google Maps… which Google glosses over as extensions come along… they complete the capabilities it doesn’t yet have.

As we read on Android Authority, Gemini has a new switch in the oven that allows the AI ​​to make calls and send messages. when the phone is locked. Google Assistant has long called it “OK, Google. Search” will now access the new version of the assistant.

Until now, Gemini allowed us to unlock the phone when we asked: Anything that involves the user’s personal information includes entering the unlock method for security purposes. However, with this change Gemini equals AssistantAt least when it comes to calling and texting.

Options in the Gemini app. Screenshots from Android Authority

In fact, famous expert Mishaal Rahman has released a version in Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 flag Hidden, which points to an option where Gemini can be accessed from the lock screen. It will go hand in hand with the above-mentioned functionality, just as it will also be useful for other planned extensions such as WhatsApp or Spotify.

And meanwhile they come User interface changes From Gemini: The source also spotted a few changes to the app’s appearance. A more minimalist overlay window (quick access when calling Gemini), a box that will expand as you type the request, and some extensions organized into categories.

Among them we can see some such as “Communication”, “Travel”, “Productivity” or “Device control”. It seems necessary if Google plans to open them up to third parties in the future. Sunday Extensions may be on the way.

Even so, we hope that new developments will be welcomed will be ready soon on all phones and of course in regions. Gemini continues to rapidly prepare to surpass or at least equal Google Assistant, which has been with us for many years.

via | Android Authority

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