When will Google Gemini replace Assistant on Android phones? The company has provided this important information.

Earlier this year, Google said that Gemini would replace Assistant on most mobile devices by the end of the year, but this has not happened yet.

Google Gemini: Google has confirmed that it has postponed its plan to replace Google Assistant with Gemini for most Android phones, which was initially scheduled for the end of this year. The company now says it needs more time for a smoother transition. Earlier this year, Google stated that Gemini would replace Assistant on most mobile devices by the end of the year, but this has not yet occurred. Now, in an update on its support page, Google has said that it is slightly adjusting the timeline for the Gemini upgrade to replace Assistant to ensure a seamless transition. The company said it is working to upgrade Assistant users to Gemini in 2026, but the company has not yet revealed a precise timeline.

Google Gemini will replace Assistant on most Android phones in 2026

In fact, after the launch of Google Gemini, there were expectations that Google Assistant would be removed from several platforms, and in the last few months, Gemini has taken over some of Google Assistant's functions, such as smart device control. It is also important to know that Google is working on bringing Gemini to tablets, cars, headphones, smartwatches, and many other gadgets. All of this is expected to be completed by 2026.

Google Assistant will start disappearing by 2026

Many devices have already been upgraded from Google Assistant to Gemini, and Google plans to upgrade more users in the coming months. By 2026, Google Assistant will no longer be available on most mobile devices or for download through app stores. Many devices will receive the Gemini upgrade - Google

Google has also confirmed that tablets, cars, headphones, smartwatches, and other connected devices will receive the Gemini upgrade. The Gemini-powered experience will be available on home appliances such as smart speakers, displays, and TVs. Google Assistant was launched in 2016 for hands-free voice assistance.

Google announced Gemini integration for Android smartphones in 2024, and the Gemini app is now available on Android phones in over 200 countries and supports more than 40 languages. The app supports several features, such as playing music, setting timers, and performing actions from the lock screen. Google recently launched an AI video verification tool for the Gemini app and website.