Gemini Live redesign expands Connected Apps support on Android

The latest update to Gemini Live on Android brings a significant expansion of Connected Apps support, part of the broader Neural Expressive redesign. Users can now tap into a wider array of both first-party and third-party services directly through the voice assistant.

This week’s rollout introduces a smoother experience that lets you “seamlessly switch from typing a quick question to diving deep into a free-flowing conversation , and back again , without missing a beat.” The key change is a new floating interface that integrates Gemini Live directly into the existing text chat experience, making transitions between modes feel effortless.

Previously, Gemini Live was limited to a handful of integrations: Google Calendar, Tasks, Keep, and Maps, plus third-party equivalents from Samsung, Honor, OnePlus, Oppo, Tecno, Vivo, and Xiaomi. Now, the first-party list has grown substantially to include Home, Hotels, Flights, Workspace, Image generation, Shopping, Utilities, YouTube, and YouTube Music. On the third-party side, Spotify has also been added.

This expanded set mirrors the services available on gemini.google.com/apps. A notable addition for Android users is Utilities, which unlocks the ability to set timers and alarms through voice commands. With this update, Gemini Live is now nearly on par with the full Gemini app overlay, closing the feature gap significantly.

One capability still missing is the ability to send Messages using Gemini Live. Google first mentioned this feature during Made by Google 2024, but it has not yet arrived in this update. For now, the focus remains on making the voice assistant more versatile across everyday tasks and entertainment.