Android users are currently navigating a wave of uncertainty following Google’s announcement regarding the integration of its Gemini AI tools into smartphone applications. As the tech giant intensifies its efforts to enhance user experience amid rising competition from platforms like ChatGPT, many users have expressed confusion over how to manage these new features.
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<span class="articlemedia-span”>Google is integrating AI into more of its apps
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In a recent email communication, Google reassured users that it has streamlined the interaction between Gemini and their devices. The message highlighted that Gemini will soon assist with various applications, including Phone, Messages, WhatsApp, and Utilities, regardless of whether the Gemini Apps Activity is activated or deactivated. However, the email fell short of providing clear instructions on how to disable these features, leaving many users seeking guidance.
The email did mention that users who have already opted out of these features would retain their settings, yet the ambiguous language has sparked a flurry of concerns across social media platforms. One user on X expressed apprehension about Gemini potentially gaining “more control,” while another voiced a common sentiment: “How scary is that? What could possibly go wrong?” This sentiment was echoed by a third user who remarked, “Google is desperate to get us to use their AI before we get used to another one.”
As the rollout of these changes is set to commence on July 7, users are left to ponder the implications of this AI integration on their daily smartphone activities.
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<h3 class="article-boxoutheadline t-s-border-color”>WHAT CAN YOU USE GOOGLE GEMINI FOR?
Google has provided a list of capabilities that users can expect from Gemini:
- Go Live with Gemini to brainstorm ideas, simplify complex topics, and rehearse for important moments.
- Connect with your favourite Google apps like Search, YouTube, Google Maps, Gmail, and more.
- Study smarter and explore any topic with interactive visuals and real-world examples.
- Unlock a world of expertise and receive tailored information about any topic.
- Plan trips better and faster.
- Create AI-generated images in seconds.
- Get summaries, deep dives, and source links, all in one place.
- Brainstorm new ideas or improve existing ones.
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