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Google’s Gemini AI Gains Default Access to Android Apps

It forces default AI access to core apps with data retained for three days until users undertake complex manual steps to disable it.

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Overview

  • On July 7, Google’s update granted Gemini default access to apps such as WhatsApp, Phone, Messages, and utilities on Android devices.
  • Google retains data accessed by Gemini for up to 72 hours even when users disable the Gemini Apps Activity setting.
  • Official notifications and support pages fail to explain how to fully disable or remove Gemini integrations from Android devices.
  • Users must individually toggle off each third-party app in the Gemini app’s settings or disable the Gemini app in device settings to stop cross-app access.
  • Completely uninstalling Gemini requires technical use of the Android Debug Bridge, placing removal beyond the reach of typical users.