Pixel Android Auto Update Brings Gemini Intelligence Features
Google is rolling out a major Android Auto update featuring Gemini Intelligence, bringing advanced cross-app task management exclusively to eligible Pixel users.
Eligible Pixel users are receiving a major Android Auto update that integrates Gemini Intelligence into vehicle infotainment screens. The update allows the artificial intelligence assistant to gather information across applications to assist drivers on the road.
According to Google's blog post, the system can pull details from user applications and display them directly on the car display. For example, if a friend texts asking about a meeting location for Pilates, Gemini Intelligence can locate the confirmation email and offer a one-tap response.
Expanding Capabilities and Availability
Accessing the new functionality in Android Auto requires the Gemini app and subsequent setup. The feature is limited to select countries for users aged 18 and older, with availability varying by region. The assistant can complete cross-app driving tasks by pulling context from messages, emails, and calendar events.
While Gemini Intelligence is initially reserved for Pixel devices, Google has also rolled out Personal Intelligence for non-Pixel Android phones and devices without Gemini Intelligence. Personal Intelligence connects Gemini across Google Maps, Photos, or Gmail data, letting users navigate to specific restaurant types or search through photos without accessing more sensitive data like messaging history.