Gemini app Archives

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June 18, 2025

Google’s compact look for Gemini Live isn’t even out, and it’s already getting better (APK teardown)

Google has released updates in its latest Android app, including a redesign of the Gemini overlay and potential promotional offers for Samsung's Galaxy Flip 7 and Fold 7 featuring Google AI. An APK teardown revealed layout changes, such as a reorganization of the app's interface, with the Labs shortcut moving to the right and the "Google" name replaced by a compact "G" logo. The Gemini Live feature has been refined with a new overlay design for easier access to controls. Additionally, the app is testing a feature that suggests search queries in AI Mode, clearly labeling these suggestions.

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June 16, 2025

Gemini app switches to always available nav drawer on Android

Google is enhancing its Gemini app on Android by introducing a navigation drawer, similar to its web version. This update includes a hamburger button that reveals the drawer, featuring a "New chat" button, two recent Gems, and a link to "Explore Gems." The "Recent" history list now supports infinite scrolling, and pinned conversations are prioritized at the top. The navigation drawer can be accessed while viewing conversations or browsing other pages, sliding the main screen to the right. On Android tablets, the drawer opens automatically but can be hidden for a fullscreen experience. This feature is part of Google app version 16.23, currently in beta, and users may need to force stop the app to access the new features.

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June 9, 2025

Google Docs on Android gets a powerful Gemini update for total convenience

Google is updating its Docs Workspace app on Android to integrate Gemini, allowing users to generate summaries and ask questions about their documents. This update is available for Google Workspace Business and Enterprise users, including Standard and Plus tiers, as well as Gemini Education and Education Premium subscribers. Features will be accessible to rapid release track users starting June 9 and to scheduled domain users from July 2. Additionally, Gemini's standalone app has introduced "Scheduled Actions" for Pro and Ultra subscribers, enabling automated tasks at specified times, such as delivering daily news roundups and sports scores. A new settings page for managing scheduled actions has also been added to the Gemini app.

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June 6, 2025

Gemini app ‘Scheduled Actions’ are official, rollout begins for automated tasks

Google has started rolling out the "Scheduled Actions" feature in the Gemini app for Gemini AI Pro and Ultra subscribers as of June 6. This feature allows users to automate routine tasks, such as receiving a morning email summary. Future enhancements announced during the I/O 2025 event include the Deep Think upgrades and 2.5 Flash improvements, which aim to increase Gemini's speed and efficiency and enhance its reasoning capabilities. Extensive testing will be conducted to ensure users benefit from these advancements.

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May 21, 2025

New Google AI Pro and $249/month Ultra subscription announced at I/O

On May 20, Google launched two new artificial intelligence subscription plans: AI Pro and AI Ultra. The AI Ultra plan is currently only available in the United States but will expand to other regions soon. The AI Pro plan enhances the existing Gemini Advanced plan with features like Flow, a new AI filmmaking tool, and Notebook LM, offering higher rate limits and integrated capabilities across Google applications such as Gmail, Docs, and Vids. It provides up to 2 TB of storage for .99 per month, with a 50% discount for the first three months. The AI Ultra plan includes advanced models like Veo 3 and 2.5 Pro Deep Think, early access to experimental features, and a YouTube Premium subscription, along with 30 TB of storage. The Ultra plan also features Project Mariner and Agent Mode for streamlined task management.

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May 20, 2025

Google I/O 2025 live coverage: Google AI Ultra, Project Mariner, Gemini app updates, and more

Woodward unveiled Canvas, a platform powered by Gemini, designed for collaborative creativity. It allows users to transform written reports into various formats such as web pages, infographics, quizzes, and podcasts in 45 languages. Canvas features "vibe coding," enabling interactive exchanges during application development, allowing users to share, modify, and remix content.

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May 19, 2025

The Gemini app lets you ‘Search History’ to rediscover past chats and info

Google has rolled out a "Search History" feature in its Gemini app, allowing users to rediscover past interactions through keywords and topics. This feature displays the original query alongside a preview of previous searches when viewing search results. Users can access the "Search History" page via the app's side panel by clicking the hamburger menu icon. Recent updates have improved personalization, enabling Gemini to retain user information such as dietary preferences and language choices, although participation in this memory function is optional. Users can disable personalized features to maintain control over their experience.

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May 5, 2025

Gemini app update adds Android homescreen widget

The Gemini app has introduced a new Android homescreen widget that is now widely available to users. The widget is highly resizable, incorporates Dynamic Color, and resembles the revamped widgets of Google Keep and Drive. It features a sparkle icon that launches the app and keyboard, and includes buttons arranged within a rounded rectangle, with a Gemini Live shortcut. Users can expand the widget to access additional functionalities like speech-to-text and the Gemini camera, and it can be configured in various layouts, including a search bar and a grid of shortcuts. The widget is part of Gemini app version 1.0.751104895 and is compatible with Android 10 and newer versions. Users can add it to their homescreen by updating the app and selecting Widgets.

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May 3, 2025

Google One AI could have more tiers on the way, like a ‘Gemini Ultra’ plan

Google is reportedly planning to introduce new AI subscription tiers under the Google One umbrella, specifically "Gemini Pro" and "Gemini Ultra," alongside the existing Gemini Advanced option. The Gemini Advanced plan has recently been upgraded to include NotebookLM Plus and Veo 2 for video generation, but there will be a monthly limit on video production for subscribers. Google One's AI Premium plan has also been enhanced, offering existing users access to NotebookLM Plus and advanced Gemini capabilities in Gmail and Docs, along with 2TB of cloud storage. Upcoming updates are expected to be revealed at the I/O 2025 event, with a focus on improving user productivity and introducing new interactions.

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April 24, 2025

The Gemini app is becoming more like NotebookLM in April’s Workspace feature drop

In the April 2025 Workspace feature drop, Google introduced new AI tools across Gemini, Gmail, Slides, and Chat. Gemini gained two features similar to NotebookLM: Canvas and Audio Overviews. Gmail can now automatically detect event invites in emails and prompt users to add them to their Calendar with one click. Additionally, Gmail will offer Contextual Smart Replies for efficient communication. Google Slides received a new design sidebar for easier presentation creation, allowing users to explore templates and add elements without leaving their current slide. For enterprise users, a board tab in Chat will enable teams to pin messages, files, and links, and a new HubSpot app for Google Chat will enhance workflow efficiency. These features are now widely accessible as part of the April 2025 update.