We knew this day was coming where Gemini would replace Google Assistant, and now Google has sent out emails announcing the date when Google Assistant will be going away on mobile devices. The date is September 4, 2026, and Gemini will replace Google Assistant on WearOS, headphones and earbuds that are compatible, and Android Auto.
A thread on Reddit has a copy of the email that is being sent by Google announcing the turn down information for Google Assistant. It says:
We’re writing to let you know that the Google Assistant on your mobile device is being discontinued, and Gemini – our next-generation Al-powered assistant – is now the assistant experience on Android.
What this means for your mobile device:
As we transition our mobile experience to Gemini, Google Assistant will no longer be available on your mobile device. We will begin removing access to Google Assistant starting on 4 September, and expect that this process may take a few weeks to reach everyone. Once availability is removed, you will no longer be able to use or switch back to Google Assistant on your phone, tablet or paired devices.
If your Android device meets the minimum system requirements? and you are in a region where Gemini is available, Gemini will be the Google-provided assistant on your mobile device. When you invoke your assistant, for example, by saying “Hey Google” or long-pressing your power button, Gemini will appear instead of the previous Google Assistant.
Changes to accessories and paired devices:
When you set Gemini as your mobile device assistant, it also becomes the assistant on devices that are paired with your mobile phone. This includes:
– Watches running Wear OS
– Headphones or earbuds compatible with Gemini
– Vehicles running Android Auto projected from a user’s mobile device. For cars with Google built-in, Google Assistant will continue to function beyond 4 September 2026.Like your mobile device, starting on 4 September, users will lose the ability to use Google Assistant on these paired devices.
Google Assistant on other devices
These changes are only for the assistant experience on your mobile device and accessories that pair to your phone, like watches, headphones and car infotainment systems.
You can also read more about our separate plans to bring Gemini to Google TV devices and Google Home speakers and smart displays.
Next steps and more information
We are committed to providing a smooth transition and are confident that Gemini will offer you an even more capable and helpful assistant experience.
Here is a screenshot of the email:
Forum discussion at Reddit.
