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Google Starts Bringing Gemini to Android Auto Beta to Replace Assistant

The test is reaching some users on versions 15.6 and 15.7.

Overview

  • Beta testers report that Gemini has appeared in Android Auto, taking over from Google Assistant after recent updates.
  • Phandroid notes the option to revert to Assistant has been removed, indicating a full transition in test builds.
  • Early users describe more natural, context-aware conversations with support for follow-up questions.
  • Reported capabilities include integrations with Google Maps, YouTube Music, Spotify, Calendar and Gmail, plus automatic message translation across dozens of languages.
  • Gemini Live is referenced in the rollout, though some testers say the feature is not yet working.