Android's Gemini application receives a crucial update, a development that is both significant and unsettling at the same time.
In a recent development, Google's Gemini, designed to improve safety and productivity while driving, is expected to make its way to Android Auto. The Android Auto v15.1 update, which was recently released in beta, contains new lines of code suggesting that Gemini will bring improved navigation and precise location access to the in-car platform.
The exact nature of the potential additional features is still unknown, but rumours suggest that they could include finding nearby facilities like coffee shops or petrol stations, as well as dynamic route adjustments during the drive. Additionally, future features may include a light mode, climate control, and control over radio and local media.
Google has claimed that Gemini on Android Auto will allow users to speak as if someone is sitting next to them, providing a more conversational and personalised experience. The feature is not live in Android Auto 15.1 at the moment, but it appears to be an optional setting in the update.
The potential arrival of Gemini on Android Auto was hinted at during the Pixel 10 launch event, with speculation suggesting that it could be rolled out before the end of the year. The feature is part of a broader announcement that also included the unveiling of Android 16 and Gemini for a host of new devices, including the in-car platform.
Gemini on Android Auto is positioned as the "safest way to stay productive and safe while driving". With its focus on safety and improved navigation, it's set to provide a better driving experience for Android Auto users.
While no further details about the potential additional features have been disclosed, the summary in the code suggests that the feature will be used for improved navigation with digital assistants. As more information becomes available, we'll keep you updated on the developments surrounding Gemini on Android Auto.
