Google Hints at March 2026 Cutoff for Assistant in Android Auto

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Google’s slow-moving shift from Google Assistant to Gemini has apparently taken another step.

A recently updated Google Help Center article for Android Auto gives the clearest date yet for when Assistant may stop working in the car.

On the “Talk to Gemini or Google Assistant” support page for Android Auto, Google now tells users:

“Gemini is replacing Google Assistant on most mobile devices. Learn more about what you can do with Gemini, privacy, protection of minorsand availability for supported devices, languages and territories. Gemini will understand the same commands as Google Assistant and also give you the option to speak naturally. Google Assistant is still available for use until March 2026.”

The phrasing strongly implies ...