Gemini Mobile App: Availability, Requirements, and Supported Regions
Google's Gemini mobile app brings the power of AI to your fingertips, offering features like mobile assistance and enhanced integration with Google apps. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the Gemini mobile app, focusing on its availability, device requirements, language support, and geographical rollout.
Gemini App Availability: A Gradual Expansion
The Gemini mobile app is progressively rolling out across the globe. It is currently available in multiple languages across more than 150 countries. This expansion is consistent with local regulations and Google’s AI principles. Google says that they will gradually expand to more languages, countries, and territories..
- Android: The Gemini app is available as a standalone application and may function as your mobile assistant.
- iOS: Users can access Gemini either through a dedicated Gemini app or as a tab within the Google app.
Who Can Use the Gemini Mobile App?
To use the Gemini mobile app, certain requirements must be met:
- Age Requirement: Users must be 13 years or older (or the applicable age in their country).
- Work or School Accounts: Access to Gemini Apps is required for users with work or school Google Accounts to access the Gemini mobile app. If you're using a work or school account, check if you have a plan or license that includes access to Gemini Apps. The app is unavailable in the Android Work Profile and for Google Accounts managed by Family Link. Google is working to bring the Gemini mobile app to work and school users, they will publish an announcement to the Workspace Updates blog once the rollout begins.
Device Requirements for Android Users
The Gemini mobile app on Android has specific device requirements to ensure smooth operation. Ensure your device meets these specifications:
- Device Type:
- Android phones (including many foldable devices)
- Android tablets (including Pixel Tablet)
- RAM: 2 GB of RAM or more.
- Operating System: Android 10 and up.
Supported Languages
Gemini supports a wide array of languages, enhancing accessibility for users worldwide. Here’s a list of supported languages in the Gemini mobile app:
- Arabic
- Bengali
- Bulgarian*
- Chinese (Simplified / Traditional)
- Croatian*
- Czech*
- Danish
- Dutch
- English
- Estonian*
- Finnish
- French
- German
- Greek*
- Gujarati
- Hebrew*
- Hindi
- Hungarian*
- Indonesian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Kannada
- Korean
- Latvian*
- Lithuanian*
- Malayalam
- Marathi
- Norwegian
- Polish
- Portuguese
- Romanian*
- Russian
- Serbian*
- Slovak*
- Slovenian*
- Spanish
- Swahili
- Swedish
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Thai
- Turkish
- Ukrainian*
- Urdu
- Vietnamese
Note: Languages marked with an asterisk () do not support "Hey Google" voice commands and some Gemini action features. You can Learn more about what you can do with your Gemini mobile app.
Geographical Availability
The Gemini app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store in numerous countries and territories. Furthermore, users in additional countries can access Gemini through Google Assistant on Android devices.
Countries Where Gemini App is Available for Download
- A comprehensive list of countries and territories where you can download the Gemini app from the Google Play Store can be found here.
Accessing Gemini Through Google Assistant
In regions where the app is not yet directly available, users can still access Gemini features through Google Assistant.
- Switching to Gemini: Wait for an invitation when you use Google Assistant, then follow the prompts to switch to Gemini. This option broadens the reach of Gemini, making it accessible in many more countries and territories.
- A comprehensive list of countries and territories where you can switch to Gemini through Google Assistant can be found here.
Troubleshooting and Support
For further assistance or to resolve any issues, consider the following options:
By understanding the availability, requirements, and supported features, users can make the most of the Gemini mobile app. As Google continues to expand its reach, stay updated to leverage the full potential of Gemini on your mobile devices.
