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Google is pull out its AI assistant Gemini from the chief Google app for iOS devices . The move is mean to encourage users to download the standalone Gemini app rather , which would allow Google to more straight vie with other consumer - facing AI chatbots like ChatGPT , Claude , or Perplexity . However , the variety could also risk reducing Gemini ’s reach as Google ’s app is already used by millions , and many are not actuate enough to download other new mobile applications .
The tech giant star alerted customers to the change via an email that warn “ Gemini is no longer available in the Google app . ”
The electronic mail advise that anyone who wanted to still use Gemini on iOS download the Gemini app from the App Store . That applaunched to iOS user worldwidelate last year , but up until now , Gemini retain to be useable within the chief Google app , too .
With Gemini for iOS , multitude will be able to pursue in voice conversation with the AI assistant through Gemini Live ; connect their Google apps like Search , YouTube , Maps , and Gmail to Gemini ; ask question and search topics ; plan trip ; get AI summaries and deep dives ; create prototype ; and more . Users can interact with Gemini via textbook , voice , or by using the camera .
The email also reminds users that Gemini can still make misunderstanding , so users should proceed todouble - checktheir responses .
Customers who desire to upgrade to the pay subscription that provide access to Gemini Advanced can also do so through the iOS app , where the Google One AI Premium plan is provide as an in - app purchase .
If an iOS customer tries to access Gemini through the main Google app , they ’ll see a full - screen message appear that says “ Gemini now has its own app ” and link to the App Store download .
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It ’s a high-risk bet on Google ’s part to endeavor to push users to download an app alternatively of extend to bid the functionality within the app most already have on their phones . While it may make it easier to roll out new AI features quickly , it ’s potential there will also be some driblet - off in Gemini usage as some inevitably do n’t make the substitution .
