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Gemini Moves Into the Driver’s Seat as Google Upgrades In-Car Assistant via OTA
technology26 days ago

Gemini Moves Into the Driver’s Seat as Google Upgrades In-Car Assistant via OTA

Google is replacing the in-car Assistant in Google-built cars with Gemini through an over-the-air update, enabling natural voice conversations, contextual navigation via Maps, and the ability to access Gmail, Calendar, and Google Home data from the driver’s seat; the upgrade starts in English for the US market and rolls out to current vehicles once you’re signed into your Google account, with Gemini Live offering more fluid on-the-go dialogue and EV battery status integration depending on the car.

via Android Central|
#android-automotive#gemini#google-assistant
Google to settle Assistant privacy case with $68 million payout
news4 months ago

Google to settle Assistant privacy case with $68 million payout

Google is edging toward a $68 million class-action settlement over inadvertent recordings captured by Google Assistant devices (the so-called False Accepts). The payout would go to users with accounts linked to affected devices dating back to 2016, while Google denies wrongdoing; the suit stems from a 2019 VRT NWS report and parallels settlements with other tech giants.

via The Verge|
#google#google-assistant#lawsuit
Google to pay $68M settlement over alleged Assistant privacy recordings
technology4 months ago

Google to pay $68M settlement over alleged Assistant privacy recordings

Google has agreed to pay $68 million to settle a California class-action accusing Google Assistant of secretly recording private conversations on Android devices and sharing the audio with advertisers; the proposed payout requires court approval and would be distributed to eligible device owners dating back to May 2016, with lawyers potentially taking up to about $22 million in fees; Google denies wrongdoing.

via BBC|
#android#class-action#google
Google Gemini Expands to US Devices and Smart Home Platforms
technology6 months ago

Google Gemini Expands to US Devices and Smart Home Platforms

Google is rolling out its new Gemini for Home assistant in the US, which will replace Google Assistant on Nest devices, offering more complex task handling and a conversational tone. Users can request early access via the Google Home app, but once upgraded, they cannot revert to the old Assistant. Some features require a paid Google Home Premium subscription.

via The Verge|
#early-access#google-assistant#google-gemini-for-home
Google Maps Driving Mode Discontinued: Reasons Explained
technology8 months ago

Google Maps Driving Mode Discontinued: Reasons Explained

Google Maps Driving Mode has been discontinued primarily because Google is replacing its Google Assistant system with a newer AI called Gemini, leading to the feature's removal as it was seen as redundant and inconsistent. Despite its discontinuation, Google Maps remains available, and users will likely benefit from the new AI integration in the future.

via supercarblondie.com|
#discontinuation#driving-mode#google-assistant
Google Home Enhances Climate Control with Nest Thermostat and Hot Water Support in Europe
technology8 months ago

Google Home Enhances Climate Control with Nest Thermostat and Hot Water Support in Europe

Google has completed migrating its Nest smart home devices to the Google Home app, ending a three-year process that consolidates device management and signals a potential new hardware release. Despite past setbacks like product discontinuations and feature reductions, Google is refocusing on software improvements and preparing for a major hardware announcement, raising questions about the future of its smart home ecosystem.

via The Verge|
#app-migration#google-assistant#google-home