OEMs can now highlight specific digital assistants as “optimized” for their Android devices in the default app settings. Google says it created the feature at an OEM’s request so OEMs can recommend ...

It’s no secret that Gemini is coming to Android Auto soon, but it’s not here just yet. Ahead of the rollout, though, Google is removing the Assistant-colored microphone from Android Auto, seemingly as ...

It’s official: Wear OS smartwatches are set for a significant voice assistant upgrade soon. Although it’s one of Google’s worst-kept secrets, Gemini will soon replace Assistant on various Google ...

Google Hints at March 2026 Cutoff for Assistant in Android Auto Your email has been sent Google’s slow-moving shift from Google Assistant to Gemini has apparently taken another step. A recently ...

My favorite Android Auto find is these hidden shortcuts that are highly customizable ...

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...

In February of 2024, Google Assistant Driving Mode was pared back to basically be a voice bar, but in recent days it has disappeared entirely from Google Maps on Android. Launching Google Maps driving ...