Gemini task automation expands to 40+ apps, Samsung shows off two more Android XR glasses
Google is expanding Gemini's task automation across 40+ apps as Samsung debuts new foldables and Android XR glasses.
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Google has expanded Gemini task automation to more than 40 applications. These updates coincided with Galaxy Unpacked 2026, where Samsung introduced new foldable devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and demonstrated two additional Android XR glasses.
Coverage from 9to5Google, The Verge, and Engadget emphasizes the practical rollout of task automation. Engadget specifically notes that Gemini Notebook comes pre-installed on Samsung's new foldables, while Droid Life highlights the presence of Gemini Intelligence on the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Future developments center on the integration of these Google updates within the Samsung ecosystem and the further rollout of Gemini's automation capabilities.
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Quick answers
How many apps now support Gemini task automation?
Gemini task automation has expanded to 40+ apps.
Which Samsung device features Gemini Intelligence?
According to Droid Life, Gemini Intelligence is on the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
What hardware did Samsung showcase besides foldables?
Samsung showed off two more Android XR glasses.
Coverage (7)
- The Galaxy Z Fold 8 series takes Now Nudge to the next level with multi-window support Android Authority · 5h ago
- Google Tips More Full-Fledged Gemini Intelligence for Samsung's New Foldables PCMag · 5h ago
- Google’s Gemini Intelligence is Here and It’s on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Droid Life · 5h ago
- Samsung's New Foldables Come With Gemini Notebook Pre-Installed Engadget · 5h ago
- Gemini Task Automation is rolling out for real. The Verge · 5h ago
- 3 Google updates from Galaxy Unpacked 2026 blog.google · 5h ago
- Gemini task automation expands to 40+ apps, Samsung shows off two more Android XR glasses 9to5Google · 5h ago broke it first
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