Google App Ditches Assistant Settings on Android: Here’s How to Access Them Now
Summary
Google has recently updated its mobile app for Android, removing the link to Assistant settings from the main menu. Starting with version 16.12, users will no longer find the 'Google Assistant' option under Settings, which previously allowed control over various features such as voice commands, smart home integration, and personalization.
Despite these changes, Assistant settings are still accessible through alternative methods:
- Google Home app: Navigate to
Settings > Home features > Google Assistant > Manage all Assistant settings. - System Settings: Go to
Settings > Apps > General > Assistant.
Some users have also noticed the absence of 'Gemini' in the Google app settings, though this is expected as the page is primarily dedicated to Google Search settings. These changes come ahead of a broader deprecation of the mobile Google Assistant, which will see more features integrated into other apps like Gboard and Google Home.
For those who still rely on the Google Assistant for smart home control or other tasks, these alternative settings paths provide continued access to necessary configurations.
