Gemini isn’t replacing Google Assistant on Android just yet
The Verge
Google has delayed the transition of Google Assistant users to Gemini on mobile devices until 2026.Summary
Google has announced an adjustment to its timeline for upgrading Assistant users to Gemini on mobile devices, pushing the completion date into 2026 instead of the previously planned end of 2025. The company stated this delay is necessary to ensure a seamless transition. Once the upgrade is finalized, Google Assistant will no longer be accessible on devices meeting the minimum requirements for Gemini, and the Google Assistant app will be unavailable for download. This follows earlier steps taken this year, which allowed users to utilize Gemini's assistant features, such as making calls and setting timers, without enabling Gemini Apps Activity, thus opting out of having those interactions used for AI training.
(Source：The Verge)