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Gemini replaces Google Assistant on Android

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Google is replacing Google Assistant with Gemini on Android devices, discontinuing the older Assistant product. The shift consolidates Google's AI offerings under the Gemini brand, with Gems (customizable AI personas) being phased out in favor of Skills.

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Gemini becomes the default AI assistant on Android, replacing Google Assistant
Google is discontinuing Gems, the customizable AI feature
Skills will replace Gems as the new customization mechanism in Gemini
Transition announced September 30, 2026

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