Google has been working hard to integrate Gemini, its next-generation AI model, into many of its products and services. After hinting at Gemini’s arrival on Google TV at CES in Las Vegas, it now seems that Android Auto, Google’s in-car infotainment platform, will also get this advanced technology.
Google Prepares to Bring Gemini AI to Android Auto: A New Era for In-Car Infotainment
Signs of Gemini’s integration into Android Auto first appeared last August. Android Authority discovered some interesting lines of code in the app. Recently, they conducted an APK teardown and managed to activate the Gemini user interface (UI) on Android Auto. This gave us a first look at how the AI assistant might function.
The leaked images show an updated UI. The usual Google Assistant icon is replaced by a new Gemini icon with colorful gradients. When users tap the microphone button, they see the Gemini Live icon and the phrase “Ask Gemini” at the bottom of the screen. This setup will let users interact with the AI by asking questions and giving commands.
However, the integration is not fully functional yet. Android Authority’s tests show that the UI works, but Gemini itself does not respond. This suggests that the development is still ongoing.
Adding AI to Android Auto could change how we use in-car systems. Drivers could ask Gemini to find nearby restaurants, play music, send messages, or handle more complex tasks with voice commands. Gemini could offer real-time traffic updates, suggest alternate routes, or even entertain passengers with games and quizzes. In the future, Gemini Live might enable natural conversations with the car.
Google has not announced an official release date for Gemini on Android Auto. However, the working UI hints that the launch could be soon. Google might start with a limited rollout to a small group of users before expanding it. This gradual release would help them fix any issues and improve the system based on early feedback.
In summary, Gemini AI in Android Auto could make driving more interactive and smart. As we wait for Google’s official announcement, excitement continues to grow for this new technology.
