The Google Assistant has been slowly replaced by Gemini across all services, but the official end is now near. Google is now sending out emails to users confirming that Google Assistant on mobile devices is being discontinued, with the mandatory transition to Gemini kicking off on September 4, 2026.
Once this update hits your phone over the coming weeks, that’s it. You will no longer be able to use—or switch back to—the legacy Google Assistant on your Android phone, tablet, or paired accessories.
