Difference between Gemini vs Google Assistant for Navigation
Feature | Gemini | Google Assistant |
---|---|---|
Automatic Navigation Start | Yes | No (confirmation required) |
Voice Commands | Yes | Yes |
Multimodal Assistant | Yes (voice and text) | Yes (voice and text) |
Real-time Traffic Updates | Yes | Yes |
Multi-stop Navigation | Yes | Yes |
Natural Language Interaction | Emphasis on natural language | Works well |
Platform Availability | Android only | Android & iOS |
Gemini Can Now Automatically Start Google Maps Navigation
Getting lost while following phone directions is a thing of the past! Google’s AI assistant, Gemini, has received a significant upgrade that simplifies navigation. Previously, asking Gemini for directions would display the route but require an additional tap to launch navigation in Google Maps. Thankfully, those days are gone. Gemini can now automatically start navigation with Google Maps, making getting around a breeze.
In short:
- Goodbye extra taps: No more needing to confirm navigation after asking Gemini for directions.
- Seamless experience: Gemini integrates with Google Maps for a hands-free navigation experience.
- Enhanced AI Assistant: This update highlights Gemini’s growing capabilities as a Google Assistant alternative.