Google is discontinuing Google Assistant on mobile devices. The company is replacing the existing service with Gemini, its next-generation AI-powered assistant for Android.
The removal of access to Google Assistant will begin on September 4. Google stated that the removal process may take a few weeks to reach all users.
Once availability is removed, users will no longer be able to use or switch back to Google Assistant on phones, tablets, or paired devices. This deprecation also applies to Wear OS watches and headphones.
Impact on Automotive and Home Systems
The deprecation of Google Assistant applies to vehicles running Android Auto projected from a mobile device. However, Google Assistant will continue to function in cars with Google built-in beyond September 4, 2026.
Gemini is coming to Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays.
— Google
The deprecation of Google Assistant was originally set for the end of 2025 but was later extended to 2026. At the moment, the 'Switch to Google Assistant' option remains available in the Gemini app.
Updates
The Gemini application for smartphones and tablets requires at least 2 GB of RAM and Android 9 to operate, though most devices currently in use in France are expected to be compatible. Users may continue to use Google Assistant on very old products, in unsupported regions, or with certain incompatible accounts. Following the migration, Gemini will be launched via 'OK Google' or by holding the power button on smartphones.
The Gemini application will require at least 2 GB of RAM and Android 9 on smartphones and tablets, though most devices currently in use in France should remain compatible. Following the transition, users can launch Gemini by saying 'OK Google' or holding the power button, enabling it to maintain conversational context and interact with services like Gmail and Google Maps. Additionally, while Gemini for Home has been in early access since April 2026, users with incompatible accounts, certain regions, or older products may still be able to keep Google Assistant.
The Gemini application will require at least 2 GB of RAM and Android 9 to operate on smartphones and tablets, though users with older products, incompatible accounts, or those in unsupported regions may still be able to retain Google Assistant. Following the migration, users can launch Gemini by saying 'OK Google' or holding the power button on a smartphone. Additionally, Gemini for Home has been available in early access since April 2026.
The Gemini application requires at least 2 GB of RAM and Android 9 to function on smartphones and tablets, though most devices currently in use in France are expected to be compatible. Users can trigger Gemini by saying 'OK Google' or holding the power button, and the AI will be capable of maintaining conversation context and interacting with services like Gmail, Google Maps, and YouTube. Additionally, Google Assistant may remain available for users with incompatible accounts, certain regions where Gemini is unavailable, or older products.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant on mobile devices, while new details indicate that the transition to Gemini will be a gradual process. The Gemini application for smartphones and tablets requires at least 2 GB of RAM and Android 9 to function, though most devices currently in use in France are expected to be compatible. Additionally, users may still keep Google Assistant if they use older products, reside in unsupported regions, or use certain incompatible accounts.
Google has officially sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant on mobile devices. Following this change, the Gemini application will be introduced as the new assistant experience on Android. While the transition is expected to be a gradual process, it will impact phones, tablets, and paired devices such as smartwatches and headphones.
Google has begun notifying existing users of the transition via email, while new technical requirements specify that the Gemini application necessitates at least 2 GB of RAM and Android 9 for smartphones and tablets to function. Once the migration is complete, users can launch Gemini by saying 'OK Google' or holding the power button on their devices. Additionally, the transition is expected to be a gradual process, and users with certain incompatible accounts or older products may still be able to retain Google Assistant.
Google has officially notified existing users via email regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant on mobile devices. The new Gemini application requires at least 2 GB of RAM and Android 9 to function on smartphones and tablets, while users can trigger it by saying 'OK Google' or holding the power button. Additionally, Gemini for Home has been available in early access since April 2026, and certain users with incompatible accounts or older products may still be able to retain Google Assistant functionality.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant on mobile devices, and the Gemini app currently includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option. While Gemini is set to expand to Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays, it remains unverified whether Google Assistant will continue to function in Android Auto vehicles until September 4, 2026. Additionally, Google is expected to release new Pixel devices on August 12.
Google has begun notifying existing users via email regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant on mobile devices, while the Gemini app currently includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option. The transition will expand to Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays, though the removal on mobile devices is expected to be a gradual process. Additionally, unverified claims suggest Google Assistant may continue to function in vehicles running Android Auto until September 4, 2026.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation, and the Gemini app currently includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option. While Gemini is coming to Google TV, Google Home speakers, and smart displays, Google Assistant will remain available on devices running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM, as well as on cars with Google built-in. Additionally, although the transition is expected to be gradual, some unverified claims suggest Google Assistant will continue to function in Android Auto vehicles until September 4, 2026.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the transition, which includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option within the Gemini app. The discontinuation will only affect devices meeting minimum hardware specifications, while Google Assistant will remain available on older phones running Android 9 or below with less than 2GB of RAM. Additionally, while the transition targets mobile and wearable devices, Google confirmed that Google Assistant will still be available on cars with Google built-in and that Gemini is also coming to Google TV, smart displays, and Google Home speakers.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation, and the transition will only affect devices meeting minimum hardware specifications. While Gemini is being introduced as the new experience on Android, Google Assistant will remain available on phones running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM, as well as on cars with Google built-in. Additionally, the Gemini app currently includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option, and expansion has been announced for Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant, while Gemini is being introduced as the new assistant experience on Android. The transition will only apply to devices meeting minimum hardware specifications, as Google Assistant will remain available on phones running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM to support basic tasks. Additionally, while Gemini is coming to Google TV, Google Home speakers, and smart displays, Google Assistant will still be available on cars with Google built-in.
Google has officially sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant on mobile devices, and while the transition targets Android and Wear OS, Google Assistant will remain available on phones running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM, as well as on vehicles with Google built-in. Additionally, the Gemini application is already being introduced as the new assistant experience on Android and includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option, while also expanding to Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant, which will also affect Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays. While the transition specifically applies to devices meeting minimum hardware requirements, Google Assistant will remain available on phones running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM, as well as on cars with Google built-in. Currently, the Gemini app includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option for users.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation and confirmed that Gemini will also be coming to Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays. While the transition applies to various devices, Google Assistant will remain available on phones running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM, as well as on cars with Google built-in. Additionally, the Gemini app currently includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option for users.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant on mobile devices, and the Gemini app currently includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option. While the transition targets devices meeting minimum hardware specs, Google Assistant will remain available on phones running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM to support basic tasks. Additionally, Google confirmed that Gemini is coming to Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays, though Google Assistant will still be available on cars with Google built-in.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant, and the Gemini app currently includes a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option. While the transition affects mobile devices and wearables, Google Assistant will remain available for basic tasks on phones running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM, as well as on cars with Google built-in. Additionally, Gemini is confirmed to be coming to Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation of Google Assistant on mobile devices, and while the transition focuses on Gemini, users can still use a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option within the Gemini app. Although the move targets Android and Wear OS, Google Assistant will remain functional on cars with Google built-in and on devices running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM. Additionally, Gemini for Home has been in early access since April 2026, and the service is set to expand to Google TV devices, speakers, and smart displays.
Google has sent emails to existing users regarding the discontinuation, and the Gemini app—which requires at least 2 GB of RAM and Android 9—will include a 'Switch to Google Assistant' option. While Google Assistant will remain available on devices running Android 9 or older with less than 2GB of RAM, the transition will also expand to Google TV devices, Google Home speakers, and smart displays. Additionally, users may be able to keep Google Assistant if they use outdated products, reside in unsupported regions, or use incompatible accounts.
