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Easy Talk with Gemini Live: Soon just a swipe away

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Android has lots of ways to call up your Google Assistant. You can say “Hey, Google” or “OK, Google,” press and hold the power or home button, touch the microphone on the Google Search widget, use a shortcut on your home screen, or swipe from the bottom corners of your screen. These tricks work for Gemini too, if it’s your chosen helper on your phone. But soon, one of these shortcuts might directly start Gemini Live.

To chat with Gemini in conversation mode, you need to press the Gemini Live button in the app or overlay. However, we’ve discovered that in the next update of the Google app (version 16.2.39), you might start a Gemini Live chat just by swiping from the bottom corners of your screen. There’s a video showing how this new swipe works.

With this new swipe, you won’t just open the Gemini menu; you’ll jump straight into Gemini Live, making things much smoother. This isn’t available yet, but Google might add it in an upcoming update.

We’re not sure if this swipe will always open Gemini Live or if you’ll get to choose between normal Gemini and the chat mode. We’ll find out once it’s released.

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Google Pixel Weather app now shows pollen info in the US

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Google is adding a new feature to its Pixel Weather app. Now, users in the United States can see pollen levels in their area. This update is especially helpful for people who have allergies and need to know when pollen is high.

In the Weather app, there’s a new section under the daily forecast that shows pollen conditions. It uses simple labels like “low,” “moderate,” and “high” so it’s easy to understand. This new feature pulls information from the same source that Google Search uses for pollen updates.

However, the new pollen section in the Pixel Weather app is only available in the US for now. If you’re outside the US, you won’t see the pollen data yet. Also, not every user may get it immediately, as Google is still rolling out the update.

To use the feature, you need to have the latest version of the Pixel Weather app, which comes built into Pixel devices. Google may expand this feature to more countries in the future, but there’s no official date yet.

Overall, this small update can make a big difference for users who want quick and easy access to local pollen conditions without searching separately.

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Google hints at exciting Android updates at I/O 2025

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Google has shared a fun teaser for Android ahead of its big I/O 2025 event happening on May 14. The short clip shows a 3D Android logo and a green pixelated ball bouncing between different Android versions, each labeled with past dessert names like Cupcake, Donut, and Eclair.

The teaser doesn’t give away many details, but it suggests that something exciting is planned for Android. Google could be teasing new design changes or special features for Android 15. In the video, the green Android ball changes into many different forms, showing a playful side that hints at more personalization and creativity coming to Android.

The animation is colorful and energetic, much like Google’s previous Android teasers. It reminds fans of Android’s history while building excitement for the future.

At I/O 2025, Google is expected to talk a lot about Android 15, AI improvements, Wear OS, and other new tools for developers. While Android 15 has already been tested in early versions, we can expect Google to reveal some cool new features at the event. Overall, this teaser is a fun reminder that big updates are on the way for Android fans. We’ll learn more when Google I/O kicks off soon!

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Home panel now coming to Chromecast with Google TV

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Google is bringing the Home Panel feature to Chromecast with Google TV. This update has started rolling out and lets users easily control their smart home devices straight from their TV screen.

The Home Panel first appeared on Pixel Tablets and the Pixel Fold last year. It gives a quick and simple way to manage lights, thermostats, cameras, and other smart devices without needing a phone. Now, this helpful tool is coming to Chromecast with Google TV.

After updating, users can open the Home Panel by holding the home button on their Chromecast remote. From there, you can quickly check cameras, change the temperature, switch lights on or off, and control other connected devices. The design is simple and easy to use, keeping the focus on important actions.

Google mentioned that this update is rolling out in stages, so it might take a little time before everyone gets it. However, once available, it will make controlling your smart home much easier, especially from the comfort of your couch.

This move shows Google’s goal to make Google TV not just for streaming shows and movies, but also a better tool for managing your smart home devices.

 

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