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Google Gemini App Walkthrough: It’s a Lot More Powerful Now

Google’s Gemini app for the iPhone can be a powerful partner in your day-to-day life, answering questions quickly and helping with almost anything. It’s like having a personal assistant in your pocket. In this video, CNET’s Stephen Beacham walks through every feature and setting of Google’s Gemini App.  You can find the products mentioned in…

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Google’s Gemini app for the iPhone can be a powerful partner in your day-to-day life, answering questions quickly and helping with almost anything. It’s like having a personal assistant in your pocket. In this video, CNET’s Stephen Beacham walks through every feature and setting of Google’s Gemini App. 

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Timecode Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:21 Gemini Live Mode
1:00 Selecting Gemini Models
2:11 Customizing Gemini Live Voice & Overlay
3:26 Gemini Screen Sharing Feature
4:32 Gemini Live Video & Camera Mode
5:37 Setting Up iPhone Action Button Shortcut with Gemini
6:44 Gemini Text & Voice Input Options
7:34 Gemini Menu & Generative AI Tools
8:12 Managing Gemini Chats & Exporting Responses
9:21 Gemini Navigation, Notebooks & App Settings
10:24 Importing Memories into Gemini from Other AIs
11:08 Gemini Temporary Chat (Incognito) Mode
11:44 iOS vs. Android AI Differences & Outro

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Thumbnail Designer: Zain bin Awais

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  1. @endorkugo

    August 22, 2026 at 8:07 am

    most likely how the new gemini powered siri will work

    • @EgoImpudicus

      August 23, 2026 at 7:59 pm

      @endorkugo I’m quite doubtful of that. You still have Apple in charge of creative control. Plus, Pixel gets exclusives with Gemini that not even other Android phones get.

  2. @InvictvsNox

    August 22, 2026 at 8:38 am

    No thank you.

    • @yaboipookiepook

      August 22, 2026 at 8:50 am

      You’re weird😂😂

    • @yaboipookiepook

      August 23, 2026 at 11:12 am

      ​@kiddaddthen you are😂😂

    • @yaboipookiepook

      August 23, 2026 at 12:01 pm

      ​@kiddaddthank you much

  3. @cugansteamid6252

    August 22, 2026 at 8:46 am

    Nightmare fr 😢

    • @yaboipookiepook

      August 22, 2026 at 8:50 am

      Could you please explain this to me? I’ve been using it for years without any problems.

  4. @nooahchannel

    August 22, 2026 at 9:23 am

    Thank you. Good overview.

  5. @ralphbailey8234

    August 22, 2026 at 9:30 am

    Doesn’t android have same feature ?

    • @CNET

      August 22, 2026 at 10:12 am

      Yes and it’s more deeply integrated into the Android operating system for system level tasks. I mention that near the end of the video.

  6. @revanwintersoldier2789

    August 22, 2026 at 9:30 am

    Why we making this video?

    • @breaking_chad

      August 22, 2026 at 9:40 am

      Google paid them to.

    • @revanwintersoldier2789

      August 22, 2026 at 9:44 am

      @breaking_chadthat’s what I was thinking. I had to double look this was CNET. I have Gemini on iPhone but I find it to be such a niche thing to do/make a video on

  7. @breaking_chad

    August 22, 2026 at 9:38 am

    Remember everyone: 20 years ago we didn’t have this technology, and we were better for it.

    • @housepianist

      August 22, 2026 at 10:18 am

      Are you sure? Back then we had Google Search which was a pre-cursor for AI. Were we better then? So what’s the difference?

      Fact is, AI is integrated in ways that you aren’t even aware of. I’m not saying it’s perfect but don’t hate it if you don’t fully understand how it really works. However, I’m sure you’ll tell me how bad it is based on your bias. 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @gkov0215

      August 22, 2026 at 1:07 pm

      @housepianist You actually think when you do a google search. How to find information. Not just believe what they put together from stolen content.

    • @housepianist

      August 22, 2026 at 2:43 pm

      @gkov0​⁠215 So what’s the difference between doing a Google search for something and finding that same thing in AI? AI will even give you the reference where it was found. It usually matches what was already in google search.

  8. @issiewizzie

    August 22, 2026 at 10:39 am

    Give me all that data. So says Gemini. …
    You guys realise that all the data you share is going to be reviewed by human at some point.

  9. @NickvonZ

    August 22, 2026 at 11:03 am

    Well done! Helpful! Thank you!

  10. @mausje1968

    August 22, 2026 at 11:13 am

    I have a Pixel 10 Pro XL and using Gemini everyday. Mostly for vibe coding. I have made a website and two Android apps with Gemini.

    • @remy_dee

      August 23, 2026 at 7:26 am

      @mausje1968 what did the app do?

  11. @xHawgRyderxo

    August 22, 2026 at 11:45 am

    iOS already has Siri that works great for everything IOS. I only use Gemini because Apples default Ai app is ChatGPT is locked behind a paywall . What I mean by that is ChatGPT free limit use is worthless. I also prefer to use Apple native apps over anything else given the choice. Gemini is the Siri for Android that works great on iOS. I use it for analytical conversations a lot.

    • @CNET

      August 22, 2026 at 1:56 pm

      Good to know

  12. @owenloh9300

    August 22, 2026 at 3:10 pm

    YouTube appears to be running a title experiment here

    Different people are being shown different titles on this one — right now it’s roughly:

    • “Google’s Gemini App Walkthrough: I Have a Personal Assistant in My Pocket” — about 90% of viewers
    • “Google Gemini App Walkthrough: It’s a Lot More Powerful Now” — about 10% of viewers

  13. @dmdwholesale

    August 22, 2026 at 5:48 pm

    Thank you for this, this is just what I needed to get an overview of how to use Gemini! Very well done without overwhelming the audience with a lot of technical jargon and intricacies that are difficult to understand for the average user. Please make more videos like this about Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, and some of the others.

    • @CNET

      August 22, 2026 at 11:19 pm

      Thanks for watching. I’ll produce a series over time

  14. @curbsidetech

    August 22, 2026 at 7:53 pm

    Awesome video, nice overview of features.

  15. @BlairSlavin

    August 22, 2026 at 8:57 pm

    I’m currently using the beta for the iPhone. And I tried making the shortcut, but the controls are different. Now you have to do is go straight to the shortcut button and when it comes to showing Siri, you can find a pull down option with the word Siri and it’ll show you other chatbots like Gemini to choose

    • @CNET

      August 22, 2026 at 11:20 pm

      That’s a great Pro Tip!

  16. @ScottSolutionsAI

    August 22, 2026 at 9:52 pm

    This was very helpful, so good in fact, I watched, paused, and followed along to ensure I understood. Likewise, I will be teaching what I have learned to my own students. You, sir, are a great teacher. Thanks and God bless.

    • @CNET

      August 22, 2026 at 11:19 pm

      Thank you! Glad you found it helpful.

  17. @hikalox

    August 22, 2026 at 11:10 pm

    AI is evolving very rapidly.

    • @CNET

      August 22, 2026 at 11:22 pm

      Yes and while I was producing this video Google updated the Gemini app and I had to re-record some of the VO 😂

  18. @alexandrelima7240

    August 23, 2026 at 12:30 am

    Bro, get a Google Pixel or any other Android phone

  19. @PTSangma-b7e

    August 23, 2026 at 12:31 am

    You forgot to show one thing: is it possible to translate Hindi, Spanish, French, or Chinese text on Facebook or YouTube by tap drawing box circle

    • @CNET

      August 23, 2026 at 9:22 pm

      You can translate other languages if you turn on the Screen Sharing Mode so Gemini can see what’s on your screen.

  20. @zeus-starfall

    August 23, 2026 at 4:00 am

    Same old like in android meh i watching these video for something new but was same old 👎😞

  21. @elitecol69

    August 23, 2026 at 5:26 am

    Its so funny how much more advanced anything Google is now, Apple is just so far behind the ball, ios is a mess, yet people still fall fore the ‘Apple; prestige tax just for class validation.

  22. @AllinOneAPIBelowOfficialPrices

    August 23, 2026 at 6:32 am

    Gemini feels much more useful when you give it a clear first step instead of dumping the whole task on it. Try asking it to turn a messy goa

  23. @zeitgeist888

    August 23, 2026 at 7:43 am

    Odd. I have a Pixle 10Pro and Gemini but almost none of those icons buttons or settings. I even tried updating the app. Mine looks totally different.

    • @ndennan67

      August 23, 2026 at 8:12 am

      This is literally for the iPhone app so obviously gonna look different in a different OS

  24. @camdenbehrens

    August 23, 2026 at 10:35 am

    Why did they make it so you have to unlock your iPhone to use it. I want to be saving battery

  25. @gerardobetancourt8384

    August 23, 2026 at 8:07 pm

    I’ve dabbled with several different models, and have decided to stick with USM 1.0 (“Unus Singulus Maximus”). The most reliable, in my humble opinion. It does require college level training, but it’s well worth it. By the way, since everyone is talking about it these days, I’ll tell you where I stand. I want my AI to speak to me in English, but with an accent. You know, like Arnold Schwarzenegger (the “governator”). And I want it to also make unintentional mistakes. You know, be more human (normal, I guess). It would also be a plus if it required continuous therapy by a board certified physician. You know, like a psychiatrist (as long as insurance covers it). And definitely not a “junkie” or one infected with any sort of “virus” (again, unless insurance covers it). And there you have it. My two cents.

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