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Gemini is getting its first agentic capabilities

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Google’s Gemini AI now automates multi-step tasks on Android, allowing the system to navigate apps such as Uber and DoorDash to hail rides or order meals without user input. The capability is being rolled out on Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26 devices, where Gemini acts as an autonomous assistant for grocery, food-delivery and rideshare requests.

Written from all 4 reports below, not from any single one.

How it was reported

  1. TechCrunch·
    Gemini can now automate some multi-step tasks on Android

    Gemini can automate multi-step tasks on Android, including rideshare requests and delivery services. Google enables this functionality for tasks like grocery or food delivery. Gemini streamlines these processes on Android devices.

  2. The Verge·
    Gemini is getting its first agentic capabilities

    Gemini AI is gaining task automation capabilities. It can hail an Uber or prepare a DoorDash order on its own. Gemini launches the app and completes the process step-by-step.

  3. Wired·
    Gemini Can Now Book You an Uber or Order a DoorDash Meal on Your Phone. Here's How It Works

    Gemini automates tasks in popular mobile apps, starting with the Samsung Galaxy S26. It can book an Uber or order a DoorDash meal on your phone. The feature was demonstrated in a live demo, showcasing its capabilities.

  4. TechMeme·
    Google launches task automation for Gemini on Pixel 10 and Samsung Galaxy S26, enabling it to autonomously navigate apps like Uber and DoorDash (Allison Johnson/The Verge)

    Google's Gemini AI enables task automation on Pixel 10 and Samsung Galaxy S26. It can autonomously navigate apps like Uber and DoorDash. Gemini acts like an actual assistant, taking a step closer to advanced automation.

  5. The Verge·
    Google and Samsung just launched the AI features Apple couldn’t with Siri

    Google's Gemini will handle multi-step tasks like ordering food or hailing a car. The feature will debut on Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy S26 phones. This resembles features Apple announced for Siri, but has yet to release.

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