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Google’s Gemini Live Feature Now Free for All Android Users
Gemini Live, the innovative AI-driven feature that enables the application to perceive and respond to real-time surroundings through your device’s camera and on-screen content, is now available at no cost for all Android users via the Gemini app, Google announced today. This expansion makes the interactive tool accessible to a broader audience.
Previously Exclusive Feature Opens to Wider User Base
The AI-enhanced functionality, which officially launched earlier this month for users of Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S25 devices utilizing the Gemini app, was initially designated for a limited release. At that time, Google indicated that the feature would be available “soon” for all Android users, but exclusively with a Gemini Advanced subscription. However, the company has revised its plan, deciding to make Gemini Live accessible to everyone without charge.
Positive User Response Drives Broader Availability
“We’ve received considerable positive feedback regarding Gemini Live with its camera and screen sharing capabilities, prompting us to extend its availability to a larger number of individuals,” Google stated in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. This statement highlights user satisfaction as a key factor in the decision to broaden access.
Rollout Commences Today and Will Continue Over the Coming Weeks
The free rollout of Gemini Live to all Android users with the Gemini app commences today and is expected to unfold “over the coming weeks.” For those interested in understanding the practical application of this feature, Google has provided an illustrative video. The demonstration showcases a user employing their phone’s camera at an aquarium, allowing Gemini to identify and provide information about the marine life in view. This example clarifies the interactive and informative nature of Gemini Live‘s capabilities.