Gemini mobile app expands to Europe

Google today announced the expansion of its AI assistant mobile app, Gemini, to European countries. This follows the initial launch in February 2024 in select markets.

The Gemini mobile app is an AI assistant that can help users with a variety of tasks, including writing, planning, and learning. It can be accessed through two methods depending on the device:

• Android: As a standalone app or by setting Gemini as your mobile assistant.
• iOS: Through a dedicated tab within the Google app.

The Gemini mobile app is currently available in multiple languages and over 150 countries, with more planned for the future. According to Google, the expansion will be gradual and based on factors like local regulations and their AI principles.

To use the Gemini mobile app, users must meet specific criteria:

• Personal Google Account: You must be signed in to a personal Google Account that you manage yourself.
• Account Restrictions: Accounts with add-ons like Gemini Business, Gemini Enterprise, or Gemini Education cannot currently access the mobile app. However, access for these accounts is planned for the near future.
• Age Restriction: Users under 18 cannot access the Gemini mobile app.
• Android Work Profile Restriction: The app is not currently supported on Android devices managed with Android Work Profiles.

Device Requirements

• Android: The Gemini mobile app is compatible with Android phones (including many foldables) with at least 2 GB of RAM running Android 10 or later.
• iOS: No specific device requirements are mentioned beyond having the Google app installed.

Supported Languages

The Gemini mobile app currently supports a wide range of languages, including:

• Arabic
• Chinese
• Danish
• Dutch
• English
• French
• German
• Italian
• Indonesian
• Japanese
• Korean
• Norwegian
• Polish
• Portuguese
• Russian
• Spanish
• Swedish
• Thai
• Vietnamese

Supported Countries and Territories

As of June 5, 2024, the Gemini mobile app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store in the following countries and territories:

• Albania
• Andorra
• Austria
• Belgium
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Bulgaria
• Croatia
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Iceland
• Ireland
• Italy
• Kosovo
• Latvia
• Liechtenstein
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Monaco
• Montenegro
• Netherlands
• North Macedonia
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• San Marino
• Serbia
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Turkey
• Ukraine
• United Kingdom
• Vatican City

For users in countries not listed above, Gemini can still be accessed through Google Assistant on Android devices.

The arrival of the Gemini mobile app in Europe signifies Google's commitment to expanding its AI assistant technology. With its focus on writing, planning, and learning, Gemini has the potential to be a valuable tool for users across various needs. The gradual rollout with considerations for local regulations demonstrates Google's approach to responsible AI development.