Google will discontinue the Assistant app on phones starting September 4, transitioning users to Gemini for voice control. This marks a shift in Google's approach to voice assistants on mobile devices.
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Google to retire Assistant on phones, replacing it with Gemini voice control
Google will discontinue the Assistant app on phones starting September 4, transitioning users to Gemini for voice control. This marks a shift in Google's approach to voice assistants on mobile devices.
Assistant will disappear, leaving only Gemini for voice control in the coming weeks.
The move signals Google's focus on integrating Gemini as the primary voice interface, potentially changing how users interact with their devices. It also reflects evolving strategies in consumer AI and voice technology.
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