OK, Google: Are you killing Assistant and replacing it with Gemini?

Google will replace its voice assistant, Assistant, with the Gemini AI service. Assistant, launched in 2016, aimed to provide a conversational interface for entertainment, task management, and information retrieval, but was often criticized for poor performance. The transition will begin with mobile devices, followed by tablets, cars, and connected devices, with a "new experience" for home devices promised soon.

Google believes Gemini will offer a more personalized and aware assistant, capable of interacting with apps and enhancing productivity and creativity. Samsung has warned that access to AI features, including Gemini, may eventually require a subscription. The classic Google Assistant will be inaccessible on most mobile devices later this year.