Google's Gemini Archives

AppWizard

November 28, 2025

Google decks out its arts & culture app with AI ‘World Toon Video,’ Art Chats

Google is introducing experimental features in its Arts & Culture app, including "World Toon Video," which allows users to turn selfies into cartoon styles for educational clips, and "Learn Everything," which interprets photos of everyday items as metaphors for learning opportunities. Additionally, the app includes "Arts Chat," enabling real-time conversations with AI about artists and their works, along with access to explainer videos on various art genres. These features aim to enhance the educational experience by blending personal interaction with engaging content.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

Google’s Gemini is now on Android Auto

Android Auto users can now use Google's Gemini AI assistant, which offers a conversational voice assistant for tasks like directions, managing messages, and errands. To access Gemini, users need to download a dedicated app on their Android devices, which will then appear on the car's infotainment display. Activation can be done by saying “Hey Google,” tapping the microphone icon, or long-pressing the voice control button. Gemini is exclusive to Android Auto and is not available for Apple CarPlay. Future updates may bring Gemini to vehicles with built-in Android operating systems. The assistant can handle complex tasks, engage in casual conversation, and help with various requests while keeping drivers focused on the road. However, there are concerns about potential cognitive distraction from using voice assistants in vehicles.

AppWizard

November 18, 2025

Google’s Gemini Agent can orchestrate complex tasks on your behalf in the Gemini app

Google is updating the Gemini app with a new interface and Gemini 3 Pro support. Google AI Ultra subscribers can try the Gemini Agent, which can complete actions within the Google ecosystem and on the web. The app is gaining two generative interfaces that create custom views in real-time based on user requests. Gemini 3 enhances multimodal understanding and agentic coding capabilities. The Gemini Agent is an experimental tool that simplifies multi-step tasks and integrates with Google Workspace applications. It can manage calendar events, set reminders, and organize Gmail inboxes, while prioritizing user control for significant changes. The app introduces visual layouts and dynamic views for customizable user engagement. Users can experiment with Gemini 3 Pro by selecting the "Thinking" model, while the Gemini Agent is exclusive to Ultra subscribers in the U.S.

AppWizard

November 5, 2025

OpenAI launches Sora for Android devices

OpenAI has expanded its Sora app, designed for generating AI-driven videos, to Android devices as of Tuesday, following its initial launch for Apple users in September. The app has achieved over 1 million downloads within five days and reached the top of Apple's App Store for nearly three weeks, currently ranking fifth among the top free apps. Sora is now available on the Google Play Store in the U.S., Canada, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam, with plans for expansion into European markets. The app allows users to create and share AI-generated videos based on written prompts and is currently open to all users for a limited time. OpenAI has also entered a seven-year partnership with Amazon to scale its ChatGPT capabilities.

AppWizard

October 16, 2025

Mind Space app in OxygenOS 16 bridges OnePlus AI with Gemini for inspiration

The OnePlus Mind Space app is receiving Google Gemini assistance through the OxygenOS 16 update, which started rolling out on October 16. Users can pair Mind Space in its App Activity screen and type @Mind Space to retrieve information from stored screenshots. The AI behind Mind Space, called Plus Mind, functions as a "smart screenshot assistant," providing suggestions based on criteria like dates and locations. Users can access Plus Mind by pressing the Plus Key on OnePlus 13s or using a three-finger swipe up on OnePlus 13 or 13R devices. Plus Mind also organizes content to prevent clutter in the device's Gallery.

AppWizard

October 7, 2025

Gemini could soon bring more tools right to your fingertips

Google's Gemini AI digital assistant is set to receive updates that include a Tools icon in the overlay for easy access to features like AI image generation, Veo videos, Deep Research, and Canvas. Users can tap the Tools icon to quickly access these functionalities without switching applications. Additionally, a potential Circle to Select feature may be integrated, allowing users to circle an area on their screen to capture it. Google is also refining the user interface for generated images, moving the Sharing and Download icons to the bottom of the image view and adding a Copy Image feature. Updates will also enhance the three-dot menu in the chat with Copy and Download options for generated image responses. These features are still in development and their availability may vary in future releases.

AppWizard

September 25, 2025

Google’s Mixboard brings Android users an AI boost for creativity

Mixboard is an AI mood board app by Google, currently available only in the U.S. through Google Labs as an experimental tool. Users can start from scratch or use templates, and the app generates images, layouts, text, and color palettes based on user prompts. It utilizes Google's Gemini AI and a new image engine called Nano Banana, which allows visual adjustments through simple text instructions. Users can also upload their own images for the AI to adapt. Mixboard is designed for brainstorming and is not intended to replace traditional design software like Photoshop or Canva. It aims to democratize the creative process by making it accessible to those without formal design training.

AppWizard

September 24, 2025

Google Play could finally be the app store we’ve always wanted

Google has updated its Play Store to improve user experience, particularly in gaming. Key features include a revamped Google Play Games with a new platform-level gamer profile for tracking stats and achievements, which can be personalized with a Gen AI Avatar. The update enhances gameplay on Android and PC by offering rewards and connecting users with real-world experiences. The Play Games Sidekick, a real-time in-game overlay powered by Google's Gemini Live, provides contextual guidance without interrupting gameplay. Google Play Games on PC has exited beta with over 200,000 titles available. The Play Store introduces a new "You" tab for personalized content, featuring rewards, subscriptions, and tailored recommendations, including audiobook suggestions and podcast continuation. The Apps tab will also see enhancements with new entertainment sections and a Guided Search feature using AI to help users find specific apps. These updates are currently available for users.

BetaBeacon

September 24, 2025

channelnews : Google Brings Live AI Coaching To Android Games

Google has launched an AI-powered gaming assistant that provides live coaching for Android mobile gamers. The assistant, powered by Google's Gemini AI models from DeepMind, offers real-time suggestions and context-aware advice without the need to exit the app. This new feature is similar to Microsoft's Gaming Copilot and is part of Google's efforts to enhance the Play Store ecosystem and keep users engaged with apps and games.

BetaBeacon

September 23, 2025

Google’s Gemini can now help you play games better on Android phones – The Times of India

Google has introduced Play Games Sidekick for Android gamers, which uses the Gemini AI assistant to provide in-game assistance through voice commands. The feature includes tools like screenshots, screen recording, and access to game statistics. Initially, the AI assistant will support select titles from EA and Netmarble, with plans to expand to more games in the future.