Overview

• Google has introduced a new feature for its Gemini AI assistant, enabling users to make calls and send messages directly from the lock screen.
• The feature requires users to activate it in the Gemini settings under 'Gemini on Lock Screen' and toggle the 'Make calls and send messages without unlocking' option.
• Currently, the feature is rolling out gradually and is not yet widely available, with access dependent on having the latest version of the Google app (15.48).
• Privacy-conscious users can choose not to enable the feature, as it is turned off by default and requires manual activation.
• This update reflects Google's ongoing efforts to expand Gemini's functionality, with potential future enhancements like music playback and navigation also being considered.