Gemini AI integrated in your Google Maps app, when you press the microphone icon, which is wearing Google colors, the icon turns into the Gemini sparkle. So, what can Gemini do that Google Assistant couldn't? Glad you asked.
Without going into the settings, you can ask Gemini to change your route at any time to avoid highways or tolls; don't underestimate how great it is not having to struggle to find your way around the app to get to those settings! You can also ask other queries that Gemini is always happy to answer such as the weather along your route, and more. And once Google Assistant is swapped for Gemini, you can access the Gemini app from Google Maps and make any necessary changes.
Gemini will soon become integrated into Google Maps. | Image credit-Android Authority
This seems like a very useful addition to the Google Maps app. Android Authority was able to activate a version of Google Maps with Gemini integrated through experimenting with the app, but otherwise this variant of Google Maps has not yet been widely seen. Still, it is quite possible that the updated version of Google Maps with Gemini integration will soon be offered via an update.
Have you exchanged Google Assistant for Gemini on your Android phone?
Google has been replacing the Google Assistant with Gemini all throughout Android. It's a positive move in my opinion because Gemin can do so much more than Google Assistant can. If you haven't swapped Google Assistant for Gemini on your Android phone, do it now. You get more in-depth answers to your questions, and you can even use Gemini to set your alarms and timers.
Switching Google Assistant for Gemini. | Image credit-PhoneArena
The easiest way to replace Google Assistant with Gemini on Android is by using the Gemini app:
These directions will also work with the Google app to make the switch. You can also do this using the Settings app on Android:
Open your Android device's Settings app.
Go to Apps (or "Apps & notifications").
Tap Assistant (or "Default apps" > "Digital assistant app").
Tap Digital assistants from Google.
Select Gemini.
Follow any final on-screen instructions to confirm.
Open the Gemini app and tap your profile picture.
Go to Settings > Digital Assistantsfrom Google, and select Google Assistant.
It isn't clear whether iPhone users will eventually be able to swap Google Assistant for Gemini in the iOS version of Google Maps, but for now the integration of Gemini with Google Maps will be an exclusive for Android users.
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