Gemini Assistant Launches on Wear OS Smartwatches
Google's Gemini Assistant update is now available on Wear OS smartwatches, enhancing user capabilities.
Key Points
- • Gemini Assistant is now available on Wear OS smartwatches, starting with the Pixel Watch.
- • Update includes support for OnePlus and Xiaomi devices with various integration features.
- • Users can access Gemini via voice commands and it can answer questions or set reminders.
- • Challenges exist with calendar events and reliability of provided information.
Google has officially rolled out its Gemini Assistant update for Wear OS smartwatches, starting primarily with the Pixel Watch. This innovative update, referred to as version 4, is also available for other manufacturers, including OnePlus and Xiaomi. Users can access Gemini by using voice commands, long-pressing the side buttons, or selecting the app icon.
The Gemini Assistant is designed to handle a variety of tasks, such as answering queries, setting reminders, and playing music. It can integrate with Google services like Search, Maps, Messages, and YouTube Music, providing users with comprehensive assistance right from their wrists. For instance, when asked to find local coffee shops, Gemini successfully utilized Google Maps to direct users to their preferred locations.
However, the assistant is not without its flaws. Users reported difficulties with shared calendars, as well as inaccuracies in responses regarding ferry schedules. For example, one interaction led to an unexpected humorous response about pastries, demonstrating the assistant's capability for light-hearted engagement but also its potential for delivering erroneous data. As a result, users are advised to verify information from Gemini, especially due to the smartwatch's limited screen size that complicates fact-checking.