Google is rolling out Gemini AI inside Google Maps

 Google is rolling out Gemini AI inside Google Maps, replacing Google Assistant in navigation mode. While the feature was announced earlier this month, it is now appearing in the navigation mode for several users. Google’s support page for the feature is now also live, stating that Gemini in Google Maps is accessible on both Android and iOS. Together with Gemini integration, Google recently introduced landmark-based navigation and new traffic alerts.

However, these additions are currently limited to the US, with a wider rollout expected over time.

With Gemini taking over Assistant’s role in Maps, the familiar four-colour microphone icon in the top-right corner has been swapped for the Gemini spark symbol. Users can tap the icon — or simply say “Hey Google” — to summon the AI assistant. Gemini can then be used to ask about trip-related information such as nearby restaurants, parking options, EV charging stations on the route, or even details like popular menu items at a particular restaurant.

On Android, the full Gemini experience is supported inside Maps, enabling deeper interactions such as connecting with other apps, creating calendar events, summarizing emails, or sharing arrival times with contacts — all without leaving the navigation screen.

According to Google, Gemini can also understand contextual and follow-up questions.

BY- Nirosha Gupta