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What is Gemini on Smartwatch?

Gemini is Google's AI assistant for WearOS smartwatches. It replaces Google Assistant with more advanced conversational AI, better context understanding, and expanded capabilities directly from your wrist.

What Gemini Does​

Gemini handles a wide range of tasks through voice commands.

  • Questions and Information: Ask anything from weather and trivia to complex questions. Gemini provides intelligent, contextual answers.

  • Communication: Send texts, make calls, read notifications, and reply to messages hands-free.

  • Productivity: Set timers, alarms, reminders, and calendar events. Check your schedule and manage tasks.

  • Smart Home: Control Google Home devices like lights, thermostats, locks, and more.

  • Health and Fitness: Check fitness stats, start workouts, and monitor health metrics through connected apps.

  • Media Control: Play music, control playback, adjust volume, and manage podcasts.

How It's Different from Google Assistant​

Gemini offers significant improvements over Google Assistant.

  • Natural Conversations: Speak conversationally instead of rigid command structures. Gemini understands context and follow-up questions.

  • Better Understanding: Handles complex, multi-part requests more accurately.

  • Context Memory: Remembers what you discussed earlier in a conversation so you don't need to repeat yourself.

  • Advanced AI: Powered by Google's latest large language model for more helpful, nuanced responses.

Requirements​

What you need to use Gemini on your watch.

  • Watch: WearOS 4 or later on a supported device like Pixel Watch, Galaxy Watch 4+, or OnePlus Watch 2.

  • Phone: Android phone with Gemini app installed and set as default assistant.

  • Account: Same Google account signed in on both phone and watch.

  • Region: Gemini must be available in your region. Availability is expanding globally.

Ideal Use Cases​

Gemini on smartwatch excels in hands-free scenarios.

  • During Workouts: Control music, check heart rate, and start/stop tracking without touching your watch.

  • While Driving: Send messages, get directions, and control your phone safely.

  • At Home: Control smart home devices, set timers while cooking, and check your schedule.

  • Throughout the Day: Quick questions, reminders, and task management without reaching for your phone.

See Also: How to Use Gemini on WearOS|How to Set Up Gemini on Smartwatch|Gemini Voice Commands on WearOS

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