Google Maps on Android Gets Gemini-Powered Navigation Assistant

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• Between late May and early June 2026, it was confirmed that the AI assistant in the Android version of “Google Maps” has switched from “Google Assistant” to “Gemini.”
• By saying the wake word “OK Google” during navigation or tapping the “Gemini” icon in the top right corner of the screen, users can now ask “Gemini” questions using natural conversation.
• A new shortcut to “Gemini” settings has also been added within the navigation settings.

Between late April and early May 2026, we reported that the AI assistant during navigation in the iOS version of the “Google Maps” app had switched from “Google Assistant” to “Gemini.”

Following this, between late May and early June 2026, we confirmed that the AI assistant in the Android version of the “Google Maps” app has also switched from “Google Assistant” to “Gemini.”

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With the AI assistant switching from “Google Assistant” to “Gemini,” users can now ask “Gemini” questions in a natural conversational style by saying the wake word “OK Google” during navigation or by tapping the “Gemini” icon in the top right corner of the screen. Additionally, a new shortcut to the “Gemini” settings has been added within the navigation settings.

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