Gemini Fails to Impress: Google Assistant Replacement Causes Friction Among Pixel Owners
Google's recent push to replace Google Assistant with Gemini has left some Pixel phone owners frustrated. The transition, which was expected, has been met with a mixed response from users who are experiencing issues with the new AI tool.
One of the main concerns is that Gemini is non-deterministic in situations where determinism is required, making it difficult for users to rely on it for tasks like home automation and navigation. Some users have reported issues with playing music, finding songs, and sending texts while driving, while others have experienced Gemini providing incorrect information.
However, not all users are dissatisfied with Gemini. A few have reported having a 'pretty decent experience' with the tool, particularly when it comes to creating shopping lists and executing regular Google Home-related commands.
To mitigate some of the issues, users can try setting up instructions for Gemini in the Personal Intelligence settings. This includes telling Gemini to structure responses, save personal information, and be more objective and data-driven.