Google launches Gemini Go AI for Android Go phones

Google has launched Gemini Go, a new artificial intelligence assistant designed specifically for budget smartphones running Android Go. The streamlined version of its Gemini AI replaces the previous Assistant Go application and is now available on devices meeting minimum hardware requirements.

The new assistant is intended to provide a more conversational AI experience directly on entry-level hardware, eliminating the need for users to access a web browser version. To use Gemini Go, a device must have at least 2GB of RAM and run Android 13 Go edition. The feature is integrated into the Google Search application. Users can initiate a conversation by pressing and holding the Home button or, on some devices, the power button.

Gemini Go can perform a variety of tasks common to AI assistants. It can place calls or send text messages to contacts, find local information such as restaurants or electric vehicle charging stations, and help plan daily activities by setting alarms or creating calendar entries. The assistant can also play music based on user prompts describing a mood or activity, such as requesting cheerful or party music. Furthermore, users can upload documents, photos, and...