- Google is rolling out Google Photos support in Gemini to select users in the US.
- Once enabled, Gemini can access backed up images, faces/relationships, and descriptions,
- You can ask things like “Show me photos from the trip” or “Show someone’s photos” and it will pull up all the related photos.
Gemini on Android has gained many tricks over the past few months. Google has spent a considerable amount of time rewiring apps support in Gemini, including support for the entire Google Workspace suite. However, one of the main apps that was missing from the list was Google Photos. Well, the wait has finally ended as Gemini can finally access Google Photos.
As reported by 9to5Googl e , Gemini’s Google Photos support is rolling out to select Android users in the US. Like other Gemini apps (previously extensions), the Gemini-Photos link can access your backed up images , faces/relationships, photo descriptions, and location.
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This should help users ask Gemini to, say, pull up an image of a person, based on the time of the year, description (for example, vacation), and the type of images like landscapes.
Similarly, you will also be able to ask what’s in the photos. This is similar to the Ask Photos feature that Google revealed during a previous I/O event. We’re not sure if Google intends to still bring a standalone Ask Photos feature to the Photos app. Having two identical features would not make sense.
To check if the feature is available, launch Gemini , go to Apps > Media and turn on the Google Photos toggle. While the feature is US-only right now, we expect it to start rolling out globally in the coming weeks. Other Gemini integrations did not take so long, and that will probably be the same for Google Photos integration.
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- Apple and Google have officially confirmed their team-up for the next-gen Siri AI.
- The Cupertino Giant will be using Google’s Gemini for a more personalized Siri model as well as Apple Intelligence features.
- We can expect the next-gen Siri to come out with iOS 26.4, sometime in March or April.
Apple has officially confirmed joining forces with Google to use its Gemini AI model to power the next-generation Siri. It will offer a more personalized experience and will be coming out with the iOS 26.4 update. Apple also plans to leverage Gemini’s capabilities for other Apple Intelligence features as well, later down the line.
The Next-Gen Siri will be powered by Google’s Gemini AI
Apple officially confirmed that it will be partnering with Google in a statement to CNBC . Here’s what it stated, “After careful evaluation, we determined that Google’s technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models, and we’re excited about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for our users.”
Later, Google also shared a post on X confirming the tie-up, “Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology. These models will help power future Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized Siri coming this year.”
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Both statements clearly mention that the Cupertino Giant will be using Gemini to power its assistant Siri. This was already rumored, as Apple’s attempts to acquire Perplexity went nowhere. With Gemini, Siri will get a major AI update . It will be able to handle more nuanced conversations and provide better results. Something long-time Apple users have been asking for years.
The next-gen Siri will arrive with the iOS 26.4 update, which will launch sometime in March or April. And it is only going to be available for Apple Intelligence-supported devices .
Something else worth noting is how Google’s statement mentions that Gemini will power Apple Intelligence features. This leads us to believe that Apple could use Gemini’s multi-modal capabilities for its Writings tools , Image Playground , and Message summaries, too.
Elon Musk Not Happy With Apple and Google Tie Up
xAI CEO Elon Musk also responded to Google’s announcement post on X, sharing his thoughts on the matter by saying, “This seems like an unreasonable concentration of power for Google, given that they also have Android and Chrome.” Though we don’t expect either Apple or Google to respond to Elon, we will update the situation as it progresses.
It is worth noting that xAI is the company behind Grok, which is in hot water currently due to its inappropriate image generation fiasco , and has been getting backlash from multiple news outlets, X users, and even government authorities.
With over 4 year of experience under the belt, I cover all facets of consumer tech, from smartphones to other consumer electronics, our favorite social media apps, as well as the growing realm of AI and LLMs. As an Apps and AI writer app Beebom, I provide my expertise in all these areas, weaving stories that help you get familiar with the tech around you. But you will find me playing NYT daily puzzles in my free time.
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