How to Instantly Enable Gemini Live on Any Android Device

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

Google’s Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro just launched with brand-new top of the line AI features, which mostly come from Gemini AI. The app just got updated with new Gemini Live feature 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. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to enable Gemini Live.

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 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:

Download the latest Gemini APK (version 1.0.662093464orlater).
Install the update on your Android device.
Force stop both the Google app and the newly updated Gemini app.
Reopen the Gemini app.

Important Prerequisites

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

You have an Android device
You’re subscribed to Gemini Advanced (you can sing up for a free trial)
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.