Google Gemini is a powerful AI assistant that can help you with a variety of tasks, from writing and brainstorming to learning and finding information. It’s designed to be a versatile and helpful tool that can enhance your productivity and creativity. This guide will show you how to use Google Gemini on your phone, including downloading the app, exploring its features, and even replacing Google Assistant with Gemini.
Downloading Google Gemini on Android and iPhone:
To use Google Gemini on your phone, you’ll need to download the app. Here’s how:
Android:
1. Open the Google Play Store on your Android device.
2. Search for “Google Gemini” in the store.
3. Select the “Install” button next to the app’s name.
iPhone:
There’s no separate Google Gemini app in the App Store. Instead, you’ll need to download the Google app.
1. Open the App Store on your iPhone.
2. Search for “Google” and download the app.
Using Google Gemini on Android and iOS:
Once you’ve downloaded the necessary app, you can start using Gemini. Follow these steps:
1. Open the Gemini or Google app, depending on your device.
2. Follow any setup instructions that appear on the screen.
3. Begin your first search. You can try questions like: “What’s the weather going to be like today in Miami?”, “Who do the Steelers play this week?”, or “What’s 25 times 15?”
4. As you perform searches, your previous requests/questions will appear in the “Chats” section near the middle of the screen.
Replacing Google Assistant with Gemini:
If you want to use Gemini as your default voice assistant on Android, you can replace Google Assistant. Here’s how:
1. Open the Gemini app on your Android device.
2. Select your Profile picture at the top right.
3. Choose “Settings” and then “Digital assistants from Google.”
4. Select “Gemini” as your default digital assistant.
5. To revert to Google Assistant, repeat these steps and select “Google Assistant” as your default.
Changing Gemini’s Voice:
Currently, you can change Gemini’s voice only on Android devices and only if you have a Google Gemini Advanced subscription. Here’s how:
1. Open the Google Gemini app on your Android device.
2. Select your Profile picture at the top.
3. Choose “Settings” and then “Gemini’s voice.”
4. Cycle through the available voices and select the one you prefer. You can hear a demo of each voice.
Using Gemini Live:
A Google Gemini Advanced subscription unlocks “Gemini Live”, a feature that allows natural, free-flowing conversations with the Gemini AI assistant using your voice. Here’s how to use it:
1. Open the Google Gemini app on your Android device.
2. Select the “Live” icon at the bottom and follow the instructions to initialize the feature.
3. Start chatting with Gemini.
4. You can use the “Hold” button to pause the conversation or the “End” button to end the live session.
Google Gemini is a continuously evolving tool, so the steps to activate and use its features might change over time. Stay tuned for updates as Gemini continues to improve.
