Google is reportedly working to activate Gemini Live’s new approach to Android. The two-way voice conversation feature is currently accessible from the Gemini app. But that could change soon, according to a report that says Mountain View-based technology giants are developing new gesture-based triggers based on artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. This move could be designed to increase tool adoption and provide a direct way to initiate voice conversations with chatbots.
Gemini Live is reportedly getting new shortcuts
According to the Android Authority report, the new Gemini Live activation changes were added to Google App version 16.2.39. It is not currently in the current version, but the publication found it during the Android Application Package (APK) teardown. This means that the user will not be able to try to use the shortcut before trying.
Currently, Android users can activate the “Device Virtual Assistant” in a variety of ways. It can be summoned using the “Hey Google” or “OK Google” activation phrase. You can also turn it on by long pressing the power button, tapping the microphone icon in the Google Search widget using the Home Screen Shortcut icon, or brushing diagonally from any angle at the bottom.
Google is reportedly changing the diagonal swipe method, and now it will activate the Gemini field instead of the virtual assistant. It is worth noting that it is said to work only if Gemini is set as the device’s default assistant. Based on the video shared by the publication, the gesture pulls out the real-time AI voice conversation interface in full screen mode. It is reported that users can start talking to Gemini directly.
It is reported that placed on the Disconnect button at the bottom of the Gemini Live interface brings the user to the Gemini App, which will also open on full screen. It is said that tapping the back button or using the back gesture again brings the user to the home screen.
Since Google has not officially announced the change, it is not clear when it will be available for all users. Additionally, developers may be simply testing the feature without intending to release it to the public.
