According to reports, the Gmail app for Android is likely to be updated with new features based on Gemini’s artificial intelligence (AI) model. It has been proposed to introduce a dedicated Gemini button in the Android app, which could provide functionality beyond email summary generation and be able to handle “non-email requests”. These additions are reportedly part of an update that is currently only available to a limited number of users and may eventually become available to all users.
For artificial intelligence functions
According to a report by Android Authority, the feature was discovered and enabled in the Gmail Android app version 2024.05.26.638440827 after enabling several flags. This update brings important artificial intelligence features to the Gemini button. This button was previously available to Workspace users, but was recently added to another beta version of Gmail for Android.
Three new quick commands are reportedly being introduced: a summary of the email, a list of next steps, and a suggested reply. Tapping any of the above options will start a conversation with the AI chatbot.
According to the publication, you can also use the Gemini button to create replies to emails and set them to different ringtones. The content of previous emails is also accessible, but in a “restricted” manner.
It’s worth noting that Google appears to have introduced the Gemini button in the Gmail beta program version 2024.05.19.635289964 for Android. It should appear as a star icon in the top banner before the archive option.
Gemini on Google Messages
Google has also reportedly rolled out Gemini integration with Google Messages. First introduced at Google I/O 2024, the feature allows you to complete messaging-related tasks such as drafting messages, rewriting them, and rewriting them in different colors. Additionally, users can chat and request information to retrieve from the Internet.
However, it cannot be used in group conversations or WhatsApp group chats. The report shows that voice messages are also inaccessible. Google has reportedly rolled out the feature in most regions except India, the UK, Switzerland, the 27 member states of the European Economic Area, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
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