In the coming days, Gemini Live, the advanced voice function presented by Google, will incorporate one of its biggest new features: the Direct integration with Google Maps and other essential ecosystem apps such as Calendar, Keep, and Tasks. This update, which will begin rolling out on July 7, promises to transform the way we interact with our phones on a daily basis, allowing us to consult, create or modify information from our favorite applications without leaving the voice conversation.
Until now, maintaining a natural conversation with the Google AI was limited to general queries or basic actions, but with this integration, the experience becomes much more practical. Gemini Live will allow set routes on Google Maps, receive recommendations on places to visit based on your current location or Add events and tasks intuitively, all using spoken commands.
Real-time access to Maps, Calendar, Keep, and Tasks
For the first time, the simultaneous real-time access to several key Google applications from the Gemini Live interface. You will no longer need to switch between different apps or type commands manually.. Just say, for example, "write down the ingredients for dinner on my Keep shopping list" or "find nearby restaurants on Maps," and the AI will execute orders in seconds.
This progress also extends to the capturing visual information. If screen sharing or camera is enabled, Gemini Live will be able to identify details from an image – such as a handwritten list, contact card, or event poster – and Automatically create a note, add a scheduled task, or even suggest routes to the detected address.
Automatic subtitles and enhanced privacy
Another relevant novelty comes in the form of automatic subtitles Within the app, these features are designed to improve the accessibility of Gemini Live on both Android and iOS. This feature, released with version 16.23 of the Google app, can be activated via a button located in the top right corner during a conversation. If it doesn't appear immediately, simply force-close and restart the app to access this option.
Google has clarified how it will manage the personal data privacy with the new deployment. Although Gemini chats will be stored for a maximum of 72 hours (regardless of the activity settings), They will only be used to process comments or security issues, unless the user explicitly consent to its use for training AI models. In addition, clear options will be maintained for disable app connection, thus allowing complete control over which services access Gemini Live information.
For those using the advanced functionality, access to linked apps – including Google Maps and the organization of tasks and events – will be intuitive. When you invoke an action, the application icons and names will appear at the bottom of the screen, along with a visual notification that confirms each note, reminder or action executed, with the option of undo if required.
Progressive deployment and practical implications
According to reports and tests carried out by users, the Deployment will be gradual. Not all devices will instantly receive full integration, but it is expected to be available for most Android and iOS users during the month of July. To check if this option is already active, simply ask Gemini Live for specific actions related to Google Maps or Keep and see if the integration responds contextually.
The practical applications are evident: plan trips from scratch, coordinate a meeting schedule, manage shopping lists, or receive step-by-step navigation directions, all without having to type or switch between apps. Voice control and visual recognition simplify everyday tasks and enhance the usefulness of conversational AI far beyond what assistants like Google Assistant or rivals like ChatGPT have allowed until now.
To enable or restrict new connections, it will be important to familiarize yourself with the privacy settings and "Apps" options in your Google account. The user will be able to decide when to share sensitive information and which ones to limit Gemini Live access to, thus ensuring a personalized and controlled experience.
The integration of Gemini Live with Google Maps and other apps represents a step towards a more connected and intelligent mobile ecosystem. The possibilities of voice interaction, automated functions and respect for privacy contribute to a future where daily organization, travel planning and task management are much more intuitive and fluid, without losing security or control.
