💬 Gemini
Google's assistant that fits right into Android phones
- Rating
- ★★★★★
- Price
- Free + paid Google plan around €20/month (prices change)
- Finnish
- Excellent
- Ease
- ●●●○○
- Privacy
- ●●○○○
Gemini is Google's AI assistant, available in the browser, as an app and on many Android phones in place of Google Assistant. It helps with writing, searching, planning and understanding images, and you can talk to it out loud. If you use Gmail, Google Drive or Google Calendar, Gemini can draw on them if you allow it. The free version is broad, and a paid Google plan adds more usage and extra storage. Check important answers, as they can also be wrong.
Who it is for: Android and Google users who want an assistant built into their phone.
Best for: Writing, Emails and letters, Finding information, Studying, Images, Translation, On my phone, Understanding health info, Money and budget
👍 Pros
- Works smoothly with Google services and Android
- Good Finnish and voice use
- Generous free version
⚠️ Keep in mind
- Settings and privacy choices can feel confusing
- Features vary by country and device
- Can make mistakes like the others
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