Gemini Arrives on Wrists and It Could Change Everything
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If you’re patient, just sit tight, and Gemini will come to your Wear OS watch in due time. But for everyone who’s craving a more timely update (and given how rarely wearables pick up major new features, we certainly understand the interest) the path forward awaits — if you’re up for it.
Samsung and Google's partnership is still going strong, bringing Gemini AI features to Samsung's foldables lineup. At Samsung Unpacked, Google's senior VP of devices and services Rick Osterloh came onstage to announce Gemini-powered AI features for the new Samsung Z Fold 7.
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Google also announced that, starting with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7, you’ll be able to long-press the power button and have Gemini take a gander at your screen while you’re scrolling. With live access to what you’re looking at, you can ask Gemini for help on stuff like product comparisons. Per Google:
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ExtremeTech on MSNGoogle Rolls Out Gemini AI to Wear OS and Expands Circle to Search With AI ModeGemini is rolling out to Wear OS, so brands like Pixel, Samsung, Oppo, OnePlus, and Xiaomi will soon support it in their smartwatches. The watches must be running Wear OS 4 or newer. Users can activate Gemini by saying “Hey, Google,” pressing and holding the side button, or tapping the Gemini app icon on their watch screen.