Google Delays Gemini Replacement of Google Assistant on Android Until 2026
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Summary
Google has delayed its timeline for replacing Google Assistant with Gemini on Android devices, pushing the transition from the end of 2025 into 2026. The company says it needs more time to ensure a seamless transition for users. Once completed, devices meeting Gemini's minimum requirements will no longer have access to Google Assistant, and users won't be able to download it.
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· 3 pulledGoogle isn't quite ready to replace Assistant with Gemini on Android devices.
We're adjusting our previously announced timeline to make sure we deliver a seamless transition.
Once the transition away from Google Assistant is complete, users will no longer be able to access the voice assistant on devices that meet the minimum requirements to run Gemini.
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