The Google Gemini app, previously limited to the US, is now accessible in multiple regions outside the US, including Germany, India, and possibly more countries in Europe and Asia. The app was recently rebranded from Bard to Gemini by Google, along with the launch of a mobile app and a more advanced AI model called Gemini Advanced. While people outside the US were previously able to sideload the app from online sources, they couldn’t use it. However, users in Europe and Asia are now reporting that they have gained access to the Gemini app.
The expansion of Gemini to international regions was already promised by Google, and it seems that the rollout has already begun. Users in Germany and India have successfully activated and used the app by sideloading the apk. This suggests that the wider rollout is already in progress. It’s worth noting that although the Gemini mobile app was not officially available outside the US, users were able to sideload the apk from online sources. However, geo-restrictions prevented them from using the app. Over the weekend, Google quietly changed this restriction for users in Europe and parts of Asia.
Gemini is considered to be one of Android’s most significant feature additions in recent years. However, it is still labeled as an experimental AI assistant by Google and has some way to go before it can fully replace Google Assistant. Features like creating tasks and setting reminders are still absent, but users are hopeful for future updates.
Google Bard/Gemini product lead, Jack Krawczyk, announced that Asia-Pacific, Latin America, North America, and Africa would be the next regions to gain support for the app. The only restrictions in place were on the mobile app, while the web version of Bard/Gemini has been available worldwide.
In conclusion, the Google Gemini app is now accessible in multiple regions outside the US, including Germany and India. The expansion of the app to international markets is part of Google’s plans, and users across Europe and Asia are already gaining access to it. Although Gemini is still considered an experimental AI assistant and lacks some features, it is a significant addition to Android. Users are eagerly waiting for updates that will make it more comparable to Google Assistant.
