TL;DR
- Gemini can now perform tasks on your phone, with the Galaxy S26 series getting the feature first.
- Instead of opening apps manually, you can say something like “Get me a ride to the airport,” and Gemini handles the workflow.
Android phones have had smart assistants for years. But now Google is pushing things a step further: instead of just answering questions, Gemini is starting to do things on your phone, and the Samsung Galaxy S26 series is first in line.
The new feature, Gemini task automation, is easy to use. You just tell your phone what you want, and Gemini takes care of the steps. For example, you can ask Gemini to order a coffee and a croissant or book a ride somewhere. Instead of you opening the apps, the AI goes into the right apps and finishes the process (h/t 9to5Google). It can even skip extra steps and pick the right options when you order.
