Google Unleashes Material You-Powered Gemini Widget on Android

Gemini App Widget for Android

• Material You Design: Google has launched a Material You styled and Dynamic Color themed widget for the Gemini app on Android.
• Resizability: The highly resizable widget can fit from 1×1 to 5×3, making it adaptable to various screen sizes.
• Access Features: It offers quick access through actions like launching the app with the keyboard open, using Gemini Live, dictating prompts, and adding images or documents via camera and gallery shortcuts.
• Configuration Options: For a bar widget configuration, all six actions are visible when it spans the entire width of the homescreen. In grid configurations, text labels appear for larger sizes (2×2 and up).
• Availability: The update is rolling out with version 1.0.751104895 via the Play Store and supports Android 10 and later.
• Rollout Timeline: Full availability is expected within a week.

Additional Context

• Cross-Platform Support: Similar widgets are being developed for other platforms, including iPhone and GitHub.
• Future Updates: Google hinted at more personalized assistant features and exciting updates during the I/O 2025 conference.