Gemini Now Opens Google Maps Automatically When Asking for Directions, Streamlining Hands-Free Use But Still Has Limitations vs. Google Assistant
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Gemini now automatically opens Google Maps navigation when asking for directions, eliminating the need to tap a link.
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This update makes the hands-free experience with Gemini more streamlined.
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Gemini is central to Google's AI focus but still has issues before fully replacing Google Assistant.
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Using Gemini disables Google Assistant, so know its strengths and weaknesses.
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Google is making small improvements to Gemini like the maps update, but more work is likely needed before it can fully substitute Google Assistant.