Gemini overlay Archives

AppWizard

April 5, 2025

Gemini Live rolling out Astra camera, screen sharing to more Android users

Astra's Live camera and screen sharing features are being gradually rolled out to Android users of the Gemini app, with initial reports emerging over the past two weeks. As of Thursday afternoon (PT), these features are operational on two Pixel phones in the US and Europe, but not yet available on other devices linked to the same accounts. Users will receive a prompt to “Share your camera or screen with Gemini Live” once the features are activated. To use Gemini Live, users can tap the camera button in the app, and a prompt advises maintaining steady movements for optimal results. Screen sharing can be accessed through the fullscreen interface or by selecting “Share screen with Live” from the Gemini overlay. A privacy prompt will confirm the intent to share the screen, and a system pill will appear in the status bar displaying a live count. Users can check for Astra availability by force-stopping the Gemini app before launching Live.

AppWizard

April 3, 2025

Google highlights smarter Gemini capabilities when integrating the Photos app

Google has introduced a support document detailing the integration of its Gemini AI with the Photos app for Android devices, allowing users to search for specific memories using details like places, faces, dates, and events. This functionality is currently being rolled out to a select group of invited users. Users can engage in natural language queries to locate photos, ask questions about locations and dates, and describe images they seek. Once identified, users can tap on the photo or album to view it in the Photos app. The features are available in the Gemini app for Android, but access is limited, and prompts must be in English. Users need to log into Gemini with the same Google account associated with Photos. The features resemble the "Ask Photos" test in early access through Google Labs, which integrates some of Gemini's functionality directly within the Photos app.

AppWizard

February 6, 2025

Gemini app automatically opening your keyboard on Android

Google is enhancing the Gemini app on Android devices by enabling the keyboard to automatically appear upon launching the app, allowing users to start typing prompts immediately. This update is part of the latest beta version (16.4.36) of the Google app and has not yet reached the stable channel. The app's homepage maintains easy access to voice input and Gemini Live, with a 'plus' menu on the left side and Chats & Gems history at the top. Users can activate the Gemini overlay for voice input through a long-press of the power button or a corner swipe. Additionally, a "Talk Live about this" shortcut will appear above the "Ask Gemini" field when uploading images or PDF files.

AppWizard

May 14, 2024

Android 15 is all about Google Gemini, placing AI help in every app

Google plans to integrate its Gemini AI assistant into the forthcoming Android 15 operating system, bringing innovative features and functionalities to enhance user experience.