Gemini, Google's new Large Language Model (LLM) chatbot, is now available on Android devices, giving users a direct and interactive way to interact with AI. It is now available on the Google Play Store as a standalone app, integrating seamlessly with the Google app.
It was disclosed earlier this
week that Bard, Google's web chatbot, would complete its rebranding to “Gemini” this week, matching the name of its new AI model. As part of the rebranding, a new Android application is also said to be in preparation, in order to fully integrate this integration into the
Google ecosystem. This rebrand was completed today, with the launch of the Android
app and the Gemini rebrand live on the web.
The app's launch was announced earlier today by an Android expert
Michael Rahmanwith a link to the application on the
Play store. Not yet officially announced by Google, the app appears to be working limited at the moment, with some users receiving an error stating “Gemini is not currently available. Try again later.” Based on this, it appears that application access is deployed server-side.
However, those who have had access to the app have confirmed that once configured, you will be able to access Gemini either through the app icon, saying “Hey Google”, or by long-pressing the button. power, which invokes a Gemini overlay. . This presents the possibility of replacing Google Assistant on your device if you wish. However, it should be noted that Gemini does not currently offer all of the same features.
According to Rahman'According to reports based on its testing of the app, Gemini supports some Google Assistant features such as smart home device controls and setting alarms. Additionally, you can always switch back to Google Assistant in Gemini settings.
The interface provides the ability to use text and text-image prompts, as well as the convenient functionality of directly capturing photos or screenshots. Currently only English is supported, but Korean and Japanese support will be coming soon. Gemini is also available for iOS by tapping the “Gemini” button at the top of the Google app.
Although it has its own app, it is important to note that Gemini is not completely independent. Much like the Assistant and Lens “apps” on Google Play, it functions primarily as a convenient way to access the Gemini integration within the Google app. We'll add more information about the Gemini app and its capabilities as we learn more and once Google makes an official announcement.
