The Transition Will Also Cover All Wear OS Devices

Google has announced it will phase out Google Assistant on Android devices starting September 4, replacing it with its AI-powered Gemini assistant. The transition will also cover all Wear OS devices. Google says Gemini offers more advanced natural language processing and contextual intelligence, enabling users to perform tasks more efficiently.

The change will not roll out uniformly across all platforms; Android-based automotive infotainment systems will keep Google Assistant active until September 4, 2026, to allow manufacturers and users time to adapt. After the update, reverting to the old assistant will be impossible. This move underscores Google's push to make its mobile ecosystem fully AI-driven.