Google, classic Google Assistant service September 4, 2026 It will start to be removed from Android phones and tablets starting from . The company will spread the change over a few weeks and close the option of returning to the old assistant when the process is completed. The decision will also include Wear OS watches, headphones and phone-connected Android Auto systems. However, cars and some home and television products that use Google built-in will retain Google Assistant for now.
The information sent by Google to users reveals the first definitive date for the classic assistant experience on mobile devices. on September 4 The removal process will not reach all accounts and devices within a single day. So while some phones will continue to run Google Assistant for a few more weeks, some devices will switch to Gemini sooner. After completing the process, Google will also remove the option to return to the old assistant in the Gemini application.
The change won’t just affect Android phones and tablets. Google, Wear OS It will also end classic Assistant access on watches, phone-connected headphones and other accessories. Bringing the phone screen to the car Android Auto system will also monitor this transition on the mobile device. Therefore, those who frequently use voice commands behind the wheel will have to check the Gemini support of the actions they use.
Cars with Google built-in feature are excluded from this announcement. Models that run Google services directly on the vehicle’s operating system, After September 4, 2026 You will still have access to Google Assistant. Similarly, there is no common closing date for Google TV devices, Google Home speakers and smart displays. Google had previously announced that it was preparing Gemini-based experiences in these product groups.
Google is shutting down access to classic Assistant on September 4
The scope of the news should not be confused with the Google Assistant Driving Mode Panel. Google, independent Driving Mode Panel feature not with the new announcement, On November 21, 2022 closed. The panel, which was opened from the home screen or with the command “Hey Google, start driving mode”, offered large controls suitable for the car. The interface gathered media recommendations, call buttons, message shortcuts, volume controls and navigation cards on a single screen.
Google stated at the time that most users preferred the driving experience within Google Maps. After that, the company closed the independent panel and removed the basic driving tools. Google Maps He continued to present it in . Therefore, the decision in 2022 only covered the Driving Mode Panel. On September 4, 2026 The change that will begin targets the entire classic Google Assistant service on Android devices.
Google first announced its plan to migrate to Gemini on mobile devices in March 2025. The company initially planned to remove the legacy assistant from most mobile devices by the end of 2025. However, Google later extended the calendar to 2026, giving users more time for the transition. The notification sent in August 2026 gave the exact start date for the long-awaited removal.
Gemini takes over classic Assistant tasks like setting alarms, starting timers, sending messages and making phone calls. In addition, it offers features for working with applications, answering questions about the content on the screen, and carrying on longer conversations. Gemini LiveIt also enables mutual conversations about the content shared via camera or screen. However, some legacy Google Assistant commands, routines, and accessory links may produce different results from device to device.
Before the transition is completed, the option to switch back to Google Assistant can be seen through the settings in the Gemini app. However, Google will remove this option from the menu after applying the removal to the account. Those using smart home routines, headset controls or in-car commands should check supported functions in advance. When the transition date comes, phones, tablets and connected accessories will work with Gemini instead of the classic Assistant.
The scope announced by Google shows that the change on the Android side is not just a single feature. Google Assistantwill be leaving phones, tablets, Wear OS watches, and phone-connected Android Auto systems starting September 4th. Vehicles with Google built-in features, Google TV devices and some home products will have access to the classic assistant for a while longer. Google will share transition dates for other device groups with separate announcements.
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