Gemini call feature down on Android and Android Auto
▼ Summary
– A bug prevented some users from making calls using Gemini on Android Auto and mobile devices, displaying a “Something went wrong” error.
– Google has now fixed the issue; users can resolve it by updating the app to the latest version via the Google Play Store.
– The problem affected voice-commanded calls in the car and on Android itself, not just Android Auto.
– Switching back to Google Assistant temporarily fixed the call issue for some affected users.
– Separately, Android Auto has been intermittently showing the Assistant icon instead of Gemini, despite Gemini handling the response.
The rollout of Gemini on Android Auto has faced its share of growing pains, but a newly discovered bug is blocking users from making calls entirely. The error isn’t limited to the car either, as it also appears to be affecting Gemini’s calling functionality on Android mobile devices.
Update 6/16: Google has confirmed to 9to5Google that a fix has been deployed. If you’re still experiencing the problem, the company recommends checking for app updates through the Google Play Store. In a statement, Google said: “We are aware of an issue preventing some users from making calls with Gemini on Android Auto and mobile devices. A fix is now available, and users can resolve this by updating their app to the latest version in the Google Play Store.”
Our original report continues below.
Multiple Reddit threads this week have highlighted the issue, with Android Auto users reporting that Gemini fails to place calls when using voice commands. The same problem is also cropping up on the phone itself, independent of the car interface. When attempting a call, users see a generic error message: “Something went wrong. Please try again.”
Since the glitch isn’t exclusive to Android Auto, pinpointing the exact cause is difficult. It likely stems from a recent update to the Gemini app or the broader Google app. For those who need a quick workaround, switching back to Google Assistant appears to resolve the problem, though this is clearly a temporary fix.
We will update this article as more information surfaces.
Interestingly, this bug arrives alongside another oddity we’ve noticed in recent days. The Android Auto interface has been sporadically showing the Assistant icon instead of the Gemini icon, even when Gemini is handling the response. This visual glitch appears random and is difficult to replicate, but we’ve observed it several times. Let us know in the comments if you’ve spotted this behavior.
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(Source: 9to5google.com)
