Gemini AI in Google Messages: How to Use It

Google’s AI assistant, Gemini, is now integrated into Google Messages, transforming digital communication by making it more interactive and efficient. Users can draft messages, ask questions, and plan events, all within the messaging app.

This innovative feature is designed to enhance the messaging experience, making it more engaging and productive.

How to Use Gemini in Google Messages

1. Open Google Messages on your Android device.
2. Tap Start Chat on the screen.
3. Click Gemini.
4. Follow any on-screen instructions if you’re using Gemini for the first time.
5. Enter your prompt in the message field.
6. Tap Send message to finish.

Benefits of Using Gemini AI

• Interactive Messaging: Gemini allows users to draft messages, brainstorm ideas, and plan events, all within the messaging app.
• AI Assistance: Users can run ideas past the AI before sending them, ensuring their messages are well-crafted.
• Convenience: Gemini is integrated into Google Messages, making it easy to access and use.
• Enhanced Communication: Gemini can help craft perfect responses, come up with fun jokes, or just engage in a casual chat.
• Professionalism: Gemini can help rewrite responses to ensure they are grammatically accurate or change the tone to be more professional.

Limitations of Gemini

• Biases and Inaccuracies: Like any AI model, Gemini can inherit biases from the data it’s trained on. It may also provide inaccurate information.
• Creative Limitations: Gemini is not always creative.
• Limited Generative Capabilities: Gemini has limited generative capabilities.
• Limited Availability: Currently, full access to Gemini is restricted to developers and enterprises.

Eligibility Criteria

• Phone must be set to English (French in Canada).
• Must have the latest version of Google Messages.
• Must have your own Google Account (no Family Link).
• RCS chats must be turned on.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a modern Android device (Pixel 6 or later, Samsung Galaxy S22 or later, Google or Samsung foldable phone).

Gemini AI in Google Messages is a groundbreaking feature that enhances digital communication. By following these simple steps and understanding the benefits and limitations, users can harness the power of Gemini to draft messages, brainstorm ideas, plan events, or simply have a fun conversation.

As Gemini continues to evolve, it is set to redefine how we use messaging apps, making our digital conversations more interactive, efficient, and productive.