How to Enable Google’s Gemini Live for Free on Android Phones

Quickly unlock Gemini Live, Google’s latest voice mode, on your Android device with this easy tutorial.

Google launched 2024 flagship phones — Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro — with top of the line AI features, which mostly come from Gemini AI. The app recently got an update featuring the most anticipated Gemini Live which is a voice mode just like ChatGPT.

If you found the Gemini Live feature exciting, you can instantly enable it on any Android devices including phones, tablets, and foldable phones using the following tutorial. The best part? You no longer need Gemini Advanced subscription, in order to use Gemini Live! It comes for free. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to enable Gemini Live for free.

The Google Gemini App X (formerly known as Twitter) account just posted about Gemini Live coming to Android for free! Here’s what they have to say.

We’re starting to roll out Gemini Live in English to more people using the Android app, free of charge. Go Live to talk things out with Gemini, explore a new topic, or brainstorm ideas. Keep an eye out for Gemini Live in the Gemini app

What is Gemini Live and what are the features?

Gemini Live is the new voice mode from Google, similar to ChatGPT Voice Mode. It is a new mobile conversational experience that allows users the ability to have natural, conversational interactions for complex tasks like brainstorming job ideas.

Google Gemini update v1.0.66 or later enables Gemini Live on newer Android phone, tablets and foldable phones. But that’s not all, there are some prerequisites and a confirmed list of devices and regions where Gemini Live has seen working. See all the details below.

How to Enable Gemini Live on any Android?

Here is the proven method that has worked for many users across different countries to get Gemini Live.

Here’s the step-by-step guide:

1. Download the latest Gemini APK (version 1.0.662093464 or later).
2. Install the update on your Android device.
3. Force stop both the Google app and the newly updated Gemini app.
4. Reopen the Gemini app.

Important Prerequisites

Before you attempt this method, ensure you meet these criteria:

• You have an Android device
• Subscription to Gemini Advanced (no longer required)
• Your device language is set to English (preferably English US)

Troubleshooting

The success of this method seems to vary based on location and device.

• Restarting your device after the update helps.
• Changing the Google Assistant language to English (United States) helps.
• In some cases, using a VPN set to the United States helped.
• It’s worth noting that having a Gemini Advanced subscription seems to be a requirement for accessing Gemini Live, regardless of device type or location.

Confirmed Devices and Countries with Gemini Live

Here is a list of phones or devices that have reportedly received Gemini Live access:

1. Galaxy S24 Ultra
2. Galaxy S23 Ultra
3. Pixel 8
4. Pixel 8 Pro
5. Pixel 7 Pro
6. Pixel 6a
7. Pixel 6 Pro
8. Pixel 5
9. Pixel 4a
10. Samsung Galaxy S22
11. Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
12. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE
13. Xiaomi 13
14. Poco X6
15. Unihertz Jelly 2 Pro
16. Samsung Galaxy Note 9

The countries or regions where Gemini Live has reportedly worked include:

1. United States
2. Europe (confirmed country: Germany)
3. United Kingdom
4. Vietnam
5. Canada
6. Australia
7. New Zealand
8. Switzerland
9. India

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