Google is rolling out powerful new features in its next-generation AI assistant, Gemini, making them accessible to all eligible Android users for free. Initially limited to select Pixel, Samsung, and Gemini Advanced subscribers, these capabilities are now available more broadly, powered by the cutting-edge Gemini 2.5 language models.
At the heart of the update are two game-changing tools: real-time screen sharing and live video interaction. Users can now share their smartphone screen or camera feed with Gemini and receive instant, contextual answers. Whether identifying a product, troubleshooting a phone issue, or getting information about an image or document, Gemini offers a seamless and intelligent interaction layer.
Gemini, which replaces Google Assistant on Android devices, is designed for multimodal communication — it can understand and respond to text, voice, images, and videos. The latest models, Gemini 2.5 Pro and Gemini 2.5 Flash, are still in experimental phases, but they already showcase enhanced speed, accuracy, and deeper comprehension capabilities. A standout feature of the update is “Deep Research” via Gemini 2.5 Pro, catering to users seeking in-depth answers and analysis.
In an added boost for education, Google is offering the Gemini Advanced subscription free to verified college students in the United States. This premium tier, typically priced at $20 per month, includes access to the most advanced Gemini models and 2 TB of cloud storage via Google One.
As AI assistants become more central to everyday digital experiences, Google’s move to democratize access to its most powerful tools could reshape how users interact with their devices. With real-time, multimodal intelligence now in everyone’s hands, Gemini is poised to redefine the AI assistant landscape.
