- Android Auto is set to replace Google Assistant with Gemini AI.
- Code strings within the latest Android Auto update reveal evidence of Gemini’s integration.
- Android Auto 14.0 is now rolling out in its stable release, which is hinting at Gemini’s arrival in a future Update.
Android Auto is getting a major AI upgrade. It will replace Google Assistant with Gemini. Recently, the latest Android Auto 14.0 was released, which is now rolling out. As spotted by 9to5Google, it contains code strings and image assets that strongly indicate Gemini’s arrival. This could be a significant shift towards more advanced in-car AI. While Gemini isn’t fully live yet, the development is already in process, so we can expect this release shortly.
Decoding the Clues
To understand how Gemini is coming to Android Auto, we need to look at what’s been found inside the latest Android Auto 14.0 update. Developers digging into the app’s code have found ‘code strings’, which are lines of text that tell the app what to do.
For example, there’s a string that reads: ‘Gemini is now the personal AI assistant in your car‘. In plain words, this tells us Google isn’t just adding Gemini as an extra feature; it’s replacing Google Assistant. We also see strings like ‘How was the message summary content?‘ and ‘How was your Gemini experience?‘. These suggest that Gemini will be able to summarize your messages and that Google is already looking for feedback on how well it works.
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Beyond the code, there are also ‘image assets’. These are the pictures and icons the app uses. There are images of the Gemini app icon and even visual cues like a blue and purple glow that will show up when Gemini is listening or talking. This icon is set to take the place of the Google Assistant icon on the bottom right of the Android Auto display.
All of this together gives strong evidence that Gemini is coming to Android Auto soon. It shows Google is actively preparing to make Gemini the main AI in your car.
Gemini vs Google Assistant in Android Auto
For years, Google Assistant has been the voice inside Android Auto, helping with everything from directions to music. It’s been handy, but integrating Gemini will be a big step up. It will be like having a co-pilot in your Car.
The biggest difference is in how smart Gemini is. It’s built on Google’s most advanced AI, so it’s designed to understand you better. This means:
- More Natural Conversations: Gemini aims for a fluid, back-and-forth dialogue, not just short answers.
- Complex Request Handling: It should understand intricate requests, like “find that new coffee shop near the park with live music.”
- Contextual Awareness: Gemini will remember previous interactions, making follow-up questions easier.
Here’s how this translates to real-life scenarios:
1. Navigation: Instead of saying, “navigate to 123 Main Street,” you could say, “find the fastest route to my next appointment.” Gemini will pull the appointment details from Calendar app and set the route using Maps app.
2. Communication: When you receive a message, Gemini can summarize it, and you can reply with a natural sentence without needing specific commands.
3. Entertainment: Asking for “something upbeat for a long drive” will give more personalized results than saying “play music.”
4. Information: If you want to know if a store is open, you can ask Gemini, and it will give you the most up-to-date information.
However, all that extra AI power comes at a cost. Gemini needs more processing power and memory than Google Assistant. This means that some older Android Auto systems won’t handle the upgrade. But the user experience will be much better for newer cars and phones.
In short, Gemini aims to make your in-car AI experience smarter, smoother, and more natural than ever before. It’s not just a replacement; it’s a significant upgrade. Stay tuned for future updates.
