You asked Google a question. The answer came from Gemini AI, but you didn't open an app. You drafted an email in Gmail. Gemini suggested the closing line. You searched for a restaurant on your phone. Circle to Search, powered by Gemini, pulled up the menu. By the end of the day, you interacted with Gemini a dozen times without ever thinking "I'm using Gemini."
Google Gemini has 750 million monthly active users as of Q4 2025 (Alphabet earnings, February 4, 2026), making it the fastest-growing AI platform in history. But these numbers tell only part of the story. Gemini's AI Overviews reach 2 billion monthly users through Google Search, and Circle to Search is available on 580 million Android devices. In January 2026, Apple and Google announced a multi-year partnership to power a revamped Siri with Gemini models, potentially putting Gemini on 2.5 billion Apple devices. Unlike ChatGPT, which you open deliberately, Gemini is woven into the tools you already use.
Users who visit the standalone Gemini app spend an average of 6 to 7 minutes per session (SimilarWeb, 2025), and that figure is climbing rapidly. By late 2025, desktop and mobile web session duration hit approximately 7.2 minutes, surpassing ChatGPT's average session time for the first time (Financial Times, late 2025). But Gemini's real screen time is largely invisible. It's not a destination. It's infrastructure embedded in Search, Gmail, Docs, Android, and soon Siri. This makes Gemini the most integrated AI platform and potentially the most influential in shaping how people spend time with technology.
This page compiles comprehensive data on exactly how much time people spend with Google Gemini, how it compares to ChatGPT and other AI platforms, who uses it, how adoption is evolving, and what this embedded AI future means for screen time. All statistics are cited with sources.
| 750 million monthly active users - Google Gemini's user base as of Q4 2025, up from 7 million when it launched as Bard in late 2023. This represents 10,600% growth in under 2 years (Alphabet Q4 2025 earnings via TechCrunch, February 2026) |
| 6-7 minutes per session - Average time spent on Gemini's standalone app, growing from 8 minutes 25 seconds to 10 minutes 46 seconds between March and October 2025. Late 2025 data shows sessions surpassing ChatGPT (SimilarWeb via DemandSage, Financial Times, 2025-2026) |
| 2 billion monthly users via AI Overviews - Gemini powers Google's AI-generated answer summaries in Search, reaching far more people than the standalone app (Google Blog via FatJoe, 2026) |
| 580 million Android devices with Circle to Search - Gemini-powered visual search available across hundreds of millions of smartphones (DemandSage via Google, 2026) |
| 21.5% AI chatbot market share - Up from 5.7% one year prior, representing nearly 4x growth. ChatGPT still leads with 64.5%, but Gemini is closing the gap (FatJoe via Trending Topics, January 2026) |
| Apple-Google Siri partnership announced - Multi-year deal worth approximately $1 billion annually to power revamped Siri with Gemini models across 2.5 billion Apple devices starting 2026 (Reuters, January 12, 2026) |
Table of Contents
- How Much Time Do People Spend on Google Gemini?
- Gemini vs ChatGPT: Direct Comparison
- Google Gemini User Demographics
- Google Gemini Engagement and Usage Patterns
- Google Gemini Growth Over Time
- The Ecosystem Play: Gemini Beyond the App
- How to Manage Gemini Screen Time
- FAQ
How Much Time Do People Spend on Google Gemini?
Measuring Gemini screen time is more complex than measuring ChatGPT or social media platforms because Gemini exists in two forms: the standalone app (gemini.google.com) and embedded features across Google's ecosystem (Search, Gmail, Docs, Android).
Standalone App Session Duration
6 minutes 26 seconds to 6 minutes 59 seconds is the average Gemini session duration reported by SimilarWeb across multiple sources (DemandSage, SEOProfy, February 2026). But this figure is climbing rapidly:
- March 2025: 8 minutes 25 seconds average session
- October 2025: 10 minutes 46 seconds average session
- Growth rate: 28% increase in session time over 7 months
Source: SimilarWeb via DoIt Software, March-October 2025
By late 2025, desktop and mobile web session duration combined hit approximately 7.2 minutes, which the Financial Times reported as surpassing ChatGPT's average for the first time. This milestone suggests Gemini users are shifting from quick queries to longer, more exploratory conversations.
Daily Time Estimate
With 750 million monthly active users but only 35-45 million daily active users, Gemini shows a DAU/MAU ratio of approximately 5-6%, one of the lowest among major platforms. This means:
- Most users access Gemini occasionally (weekly or monthly) rather than daily
- Active users likely have 1-2 sessions per day
- Estimated daily time for active users: 12-20 minutes (1-2 sessions at 6-10 min each)
This pattern differs dramatically from ChatGPT (higher daily engagement) and social media (habitual daily checking). Gemini usage appears task-driven: users come for specific needs, complete them, and leave.
The Hidden Screen Time: Embedded Gemini
The standalone app statistics miss the larger picture. Gemini is embedded in:
- Google Search AI Overviews: 2 billion monthly users encounter Gemini-generated summaries at the top of search results
- Circle to Search: 580 million Android devices can long-press any image to trigger Gemini-powered visual search
- Gmail: Gemini suggests email responses and drafts messages
- Google Docs/Sheets/Slides: "Help me write" and "Help me organize" features use Gemini
- Android: Gemini is replacing Google Assistant as the default AI on Android devices
When you factor in these touchpoints, billions of people interact with Gemini daily without ever visiting gemini.google.com. This embedded usage is nearly impossible to measure but likely accounts for more total "Gemini time" than the standalone app.
Desktop vs Mobile Usage
Gemini's device split:
- 57.96% desktop traffic
- 42.04% mobile traffic
Source: SimilarWeb via SEOProfy, 2025
This is less desktop-heavy than ChatGPT (72% desktop) but more balanced than social media (mostly mobile). The near-even split reflects Gemini's dual use cases: desktop for work/productivity, mobile for quick queries via Android integration.
Gemini vs ChatGPT: Direct Comparison
Gemini and ChatGPT are the two dominant AI chatbots, but they serve different roles and show different growth trajectories.
User Base
| Platform | Monthly/Weekly Active Users | Growth (Last 12 Months) |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 900 million WAU (Dec 2025) | +200% (300M to 900M) |
| Gemini | 750 million MAU (Q4 2025) | +114% (350M to 750M) |
Sources: OpenAI via Backlinko (ChatGPT); Alphabet Q4 2025 earnings (Gemini)
ChatGPT has a larger user base, but Gemini is closing the gap. More importantly, when including AI Overviews (2 billion monthly users), Gemini reaches far more people than ChatGPT.
Session Duration
| Platform | Avg Session Time | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 12 min 24 sec | Stable |
| Gemini | 6-7 min (web), ~7.2 min (desktop+mobile) | Growing rapidly (+28% in 7 months) |
Sources: Semrush via Backlinko (ChatGPT); SimilarWeb via DemandSage, Financial Times (Gemini)
ChatGPT sessions are currently longer, but Gemini's session time is growing fast and has reportedly surpassed ChatGPT in combined desktop and mobile measurements (Financial Times, late 2025).
Market Share
| Platform | Market Share (Jan 2026) | Change (12 Months) |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 64.5-80.49%* | Declining slowly |
| Gemini | 21.5%* | +277% (from 5.7%) |
| Perplexity | 7.89% | Growing |
| Microsoft Copilot | 1.1-3.5% | Stable |
| Claude | 0.92-2.0% | Stable |
*Different measurement methodologies explain range. StatCounter measures AI search traffic; Trending Topics measures broader platform usage.
Sources: StatCounter, Trending Topics via FatJoe (January 2026)
Gemini's market share nearly quadrupled in 12 months (5.7% to 21.5%), the fastest growth rate of any AI platform. ChatGPT still dominates but is slowly losing ground as alternatives mature.
Teen Adoption
Pew Research surveyed US teens in December 2025:
- 59% have used ChatGPT (most popular AI chatbot)
- 23% have used Google Gemini (second most popular)
- 20% have used Meta AI
- 14% have used Microsoft Copilot
- 9% have used Character.ai
- 3% have used Claude
Source: Pew Research, December 2025
ChatGPT is 2.6x more popular among teens than Gemini, reflecting first-mover advantage and cultural momentum (ChatGPT became a verb; Gemini has not).
Desktop vs Mobile
| Platform | Desktop | Mobile | Primary Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 72% | 28% | Work/productivity (desktop-heavy) |
| Gemini | 58% | 42% | Mixed (work + mobile integration) |
Gemini's more balanced split reflects its dual nature: desktop for Workspace productivity, mobile for Android-integrated features like Circle to Search.
Gender Distribution
| Platform | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 54.66% | 45.34% |
| Gemini | 58-59% | 41-42% |
Both platforms show slight male skew, consistent with broader AI adoption patterns. A Harvard Business School study suggests women avoid AI tools more due to mistrust and ethical concerns.
Key Differences
ChatGPT's advantages:
- Larger user base (900M vs 750M)
- Longer session times (12 min vs 6-7 min)
- First-mover cultural momentum
- Higher teen adoption (59% vs 23%)
Gemini's advantages:
- Faster growth rate (market share up 277% vs ChatGPT's decline)
- Ecosystem integration (Search, Gmail, Docs, Android)
- AI Overviews reach 2 billion monthly users
- Apple-Siri partnership adds 2.5 billion devices
- Session time growing rapidly while ChatGPT's is stable
ChatGPT is the standalone leader. Gemini is the embedded infrastructure. The question over the next 12-24 months: Does integration beat first-mover advantage?
Google Gemini User Demographics
Gemini's user base shows broad cross-generational appeal with particularly strong growth in the workplace demographic.
User Base Size
- 750 million monthly active users (Q4 2025)
- 35-45 million daily active users (2025)
- 2 billion monthly users via AI Overviews in Google Search
- 580 million Android devices with Circle to Search
- 120,000+ enterprise customers (including 95% of top 20 global SaaS companies)
- 75% of Google Cloud customers now use Google AI
Sources: Alphabet Q4 2025 earnings, Google Blog, DemandSage (2026)
Age Distribution
| Age Group | % of Users | Growth Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 18-24 | 21-22% | Moderate |
| 25-34 | 30-31% | Largest segment |
| 35-44 | 20% | Fastest growing |
| 45-54 | 14% | Moderate |
| 55-64 | 9% | Slow |
| 65+ | 5% | Slow |
Source: SimilarWeb via FatJoe, DemandSage (December 2025)
Key insight: Over 52% of users are under 35, similar to ChatGPT and social media demographics. But the 35-44 age group is the fastest-growing segment, reflecting workplace AI adoption as companies integrate Gemini into workflows.
Teen Usage
23% of US teens have used Google Gemini, making it the second most popular AI chatbot among teenagers after ChatGPT (59%) and ahead of Meta AI (20%), Microsoft Copilot (14%), and Claude (3%) (Pew Research, December 2025).
Unlike ChatGPT, which teens often discover through peers and social media, Gemini adoption among teens likely occurs through Google's ecosystem: searching on Google (AI Overviews), using Android phones (Circle to Search), or through school Chromebooks with integrated Google Workspace.
Gender Distribution
58-59% male / 41-42% female (SimilarWeb via FatJoe, DemandSage, December 2025).
This slight male skew is consistent across all AI platforms and appears tied to broader tech adoption patterns. Research from Harvard Business School suggests women avoid AI tools more frequently due to mistrust and ethical concerns, though the gap is narrowing as AI becomes mainstream.
Geographic Distribution
| Country | Traffic Share | MoM Change |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 12-15% | +60% |
| India | 7.4% | Growing |
| Brazil | 4.5% | Growing |
| South Korea | 3.7% | +54% |
| Vietnam | 3.4% | Growing |
| Other | ~69% | - |
Source: SimilarWeb via FatJoe, DemandSage (December 2025)
Notable differences from ChatGPT: Gemini has strong presence in South Korea and Vietnam (not in ChatGPT's top 5), but is relatively weak in the UK and Japan (both in ChatGPT's top 5). This likely reflects Android market share patterns and Google's varying presence in different markets.
Google Gemini Engagement and Usage Patterns
Gemini shows distinct engagement patterns that reflect its evolution from experimental chatbot to integrated productivity tool.
Session Behavior
- 6-7 minutes average session duration (growing rapidly)
- ~4.5 pages per visit (SimilarWeb, 2025)
- 76% direct traffic (users navigating straight to gemini.google.com)
- 13.55% organic search (people searching for Gemini)
- DAU/MAU ratio: 5-6% (among the lowest of major platforms)
The high direct traffic (76%) indicates strong brand recognition and habitual use among active users. The low DAU/MAU ratio shows most users are occasional rather than daily - they come for specific tasks, not routine checking.
Usage Purposes
| Purpose | % of Users |
|---|---|
| Research & information seeking | 40% |
| Creative writing & content creation | 30% |
| School or work assistance | 20% |
| Entertainment | 10% |
Source: mylearning.org via DemandSage, 2026
Research and information seeking dominate usage (40%), reflecting Gemini's integration with Google Search. Entertainment is the smallest category (10%), distinguishing Gemini from social media platforms where entertainment drives usage.
App Download Trends
Monthly app downloads show strong momentum:
| Month | Downloads |
|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | 728,000 |
| Dec 2024 | 1.61 million |
| Mar 2025 | 1.30 million |
| Nov 2025 | 4.3 million (record) |
Source: Statista via DemandSage, February 2026
The November 2025 spike (4.3 million downloads) coincided with the Gemini 3 launch, suggesting major model releases drive new user acquisition.
API and Developer Adoption
Gemini's developer ecosystem is growing rapidly:
- 85 billion API requests in January 2026, up 142% from 35 billion in March 2025
- 2.4 million active developers using Gemini API, up 118% from 1.1 million
- Processing 10+ billion tokens per minute via API
Source: FatJoe via Google Blog, 2026
This developer activity suggests Gemini is becoming infrastructure for other applications, not just a standalone chatbot. Apps built on Gemini API will drive additional usage invisible in direct traffic statistics.
Google Gemini Growth Over Time
Gemini's growth trajectory is the fastest of any AI platform, though it started from a smaller base than ChatGPT.
Monthly Active Users Growth
| Date | MAU | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Late 2023 (Bard) | ~7 million | Launch |
| Feb 2024 | Rebranded to Gemini | - |
| Early 2025 | 450 million | - |
| Apr 2025 | 350 million | (court filing) |
| Q3 2025 | 650 million | +86% from early 2025 |
| Q4 2025 | 750 million | +15% from Q3, +114% from early 2025 |
Sources: Alphabet Q4 2025 earnings, TechCrunch, FatJoe, DemandSage (2025-2026)
From 7 million to 750 million in approximately 2 years represents 10,600% growth, the fastest adoption rate of any AI platform when measured as a standalone app. For comparison, ChatGPT grew from 50 million (January 2023) to 900 million (December 2025), representing 1,700% growth over a similar period.
Market Share Evolution
| Date | Gemini Market Share | ChatGPT Market Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | 5.7% | ~80% |
| Mar 2025 | 3.3% (StatCounter) | 81.4% |
| Oct 2025 | 2.8% (StatCounter) | 81.1% |
| Jan 2026 | 7.2% (StatCounter) / 21.5% (Trending Topics) | 80.5% / 64.5% |
Sources: StatCounter, Trending Topics via FatJoe (January 2026)
Different measurement methodologies explain the discrepancy (StatCounter measures AI search traffic; Trending Topics measures broader platform usage). Regardless of method, Gemini's market share grew nearly 4x in 12 months (5.7% to 21.5%).
Key Product Milestones
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Mar 2023 | Google Bard launched (experimental) |
| Dec 6, 2023 | Gemini model family announced; Gemini 1.0 released |
| Feb 8, 2024 | Bard rebranded to Gemini; Gemini app launched |
| Feb 2024 | Gemini Advanced launched ($19.99/month) |
| May 2024 | Gemini 1.5 Pro/Flash released |
| Aug 2024 | Gemini Live (voice mode) launched |
| Dec 2024 | Gemini 2.0 Flash released |
| Nov-Dec 2025 | Gemini 3 launched (major capability jump) |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Apple-Google Siri partnership announced (~$1B/year) |
Sources: Wikipedia, FatJoe, Reuters, TechCrunch (2023-2026)
The Ecosystem Play: Gemini Beyond the App
Gemini's most significant advantage over ChatGPT isn't the standalone app. It's the ecosystem. Google is embedding Gemini across every product it owns, creating invisible but ubiquitous AI touchpoints.
AI Overviews in Google Search
2 billion monthly users encounter Gemini-powered AI-generated summaries at the top of Google Search results (Google Blog via FatJoe, 2026). This is nearly 3x the number of people who use the standalone Gemini app.
Most users don't realize they're using Gemini. They search on Google, see an AI-generated answer box, read it, and leave. The interaction takes seconds, but it's a Gemini query. Multiply this by billions of searches daily, and Gemini becomes the most-used AI on Earth - despite having fewer app users than ChatGPT.
Circle to Search on Android
580 million Android devices now support Circle to Search: long-press any image, text, or object on your screen, and Gemini identifies it, explains it, or finds where to buy it (DemandSage via Google, 2026).
This is Gemini embedded at the OS level. Users don't open an app. They use their phone as usual, trigger search with a gesture, and Gemini responds. This integration is only possible because Google controls Android.
Gmail, Docs, and Workspace Integration
Gemini powers productivity features across Google Workspace:
- Gmail: "Help me write" suggests email drafts; "Summarize this thread" condenses long conversations
- Google Docs: "Help me write" generates text based on prompts; "Help me edit" improves existing text
- Google Sheets: "Help me organize" creates formulas and structures data
- Google Slides: "Help me visualize" generates presentation layouts
For the 120,000+ enterprise customers and 75% of Google Cloud customers using Google AI, Gemini isn't an app they visit. It's infrastructure woven into their daily workflow.
Android Assistant Replacement
Gemini is replacing Google Assistant as the default AI on Android devices. When users say "Hey Google," they're increasingly talking to Gemini rather than the older assistant technology.
This shift is gradual but comprehensive. Android has over 3 billion active devices globally. As Gemini becomes the default assistant, billions of voice queries will flow through Gemini without users thinking "I'm using Gemini." They're just talking to their phone.
The Apple Partnership: 2.5 Billion Devices
In January 2026, Apple and Google announced a multi-year partnership to power a revamped Siri with Gemini models. The deal is reportedly worth approximately $1 billion per year (Reuters, January 12, 2026).
If implemented across Apple's ecosystem, this puts Gemini on:
- ~2 billion iPhones
- ~500 million iPads
- ~300 million Macs, Apple Watches, and other devices
Total: ~2.5 billion Apple devices could run Gemini under the hood, even as users say "Hey Siri." This is the largest AI partnership in history and could reshape the competitive landscape. Apple users won't switch from Siri to Gemini - Siri will be Gemini.
The Invisible AI Thesis
Gemini's strategy is fundamentally different from ChatGPT's:
- ChatGPT: Destination app. Users open ChatGPT deliberately and interact with it as a distinct product.
- Gemini: Embedded infrastructure. Users encounter Gemini while searching, emailing, documenting, or talking to their phone/watch/car. They often don't know they're using Gemini.
This embedded approach has trade-offs:
Advantages:
- Reaches billions more people than standalone app could
- No user acquisition cost (users already use Google products)
- Becomes default/habitual through integration
- Network effects across Google's ecosystem
Disadvantages:
- Users don't build "Gemini" brand loyalty - they're loyal to Google/Siri/Search
- Invisible usage is hard to monetize directly
- Integration failures affect core Google products
- Can't measure total usage accurately
The question: In 5 years, will more people use AI through a dedicated app (ChatGPT model) or through embedded features in tools they already use (Gemini model)? Google is betting on the latter.
How to Manage Gemini Screen Time
Managing Gemini differs from managing social media because Gemini is both a productivity tool and an embedded feature across Google's ecosystem. The goal isn't necessarily less time - it's more awareness of where AI fits in your workflow.
- Track Gemini app usage separately from Search: Gemini screen time appears in two places: the standalone app (measurable via Screen Time / Digital Wellbeing) and embedded features in Search, Gmail, and Docs (not separately measurable). Recognize that your real Gemini usage is likely higher than app-only statistics suggest.
- Set app limits via Screen Time (iPhone) or Digital Wellbeing (Android): A 15-20 minute daily limit on the Gemini app accommodates legitimate productivity queries while preventing extended exploratory sessions. Most tasks can be completed in 1-2 queries (6-7 minutes).
- Turn off AI Overviews in Google Search if you want minimal AI exposure: Google Search Settings → AI Overviews → Off. This removes Gemini-generated summaries from search results, forcing you to click through to original sources. Useful if you want to maintain independent information evaluation skills.
- Disable Circle to Search on Android: Settings → Display → Navigation bar → Turn off gesture navigation or disable Circle to Search specifically. This removes the ability to trigger Gemini by long-pressing images, reducing reflexive AI queries.
- Monitor query count, not just time: If you're sending 10+ Gemini queries daily, ask whether you're using AI to enhance your thinking or replace it. Reserve Gemini for tasks where AI genuinely adds value (complex research, drafting assistance, data analysis) rather than simple questions you could answer independently.
- Avoid using Gemini as a replacement for critical thinking: Research from educational contexts suggests students who overuse AI for homework develop weaker problem-solving skills. Use Gemini to explain concepts, not to do the work for you. The goal is augmentation, not dependency.
- Consider minimalist approaches to reduce AI triggers: Tools like Blank Spaces help create calmer digital environments by reducing visual clutter and automatic app triggers. If you want more intentional AI use, remove the Gemini app from your home screen so accessing it requires deliberate searching rather than reflexive tapping.
The embedded nature of Gemini makes it harder to "quit" than ChatGPT - you'd have to stop using Google Search, Gmail, Docs, and Android entirely. The solution isn't abstinence. It's awareness. Recognize when AI is helping and when it's becoming a crutch for tasks you should handle independently.
FAQ
How many people use Google Gemini?
Google Gemini has 750 million monthly active users as of Q4 2025 (Alphabet earnings, February 4, 2026). However, this counts only standalone app usage. When including AI Overviews in Google Search (2 billion monthly users) and Circle to Search on 580 million Android devices, Gemini reaches billions of people. The January 2026 Apple-Siri partnership could add 2.5 billion more Apple devices running Gemini under the hood, making it the most widely deployed AI platform in history.
Gemini vs ChatGPT: Which is bigger?
ChatGPT has more standalone users: 900 million weekly active users vs Gemini's 750 million monthly active users. ChatGPT also has longer session times (12 min vs 6-7 min) and higher teen adoption (59% vs 23%). However, Gemini's market share grew nearly 4x in 12 months (5.7% to 21.5%), the fastest growth rate of any AI platform. When including Google Search AI Overviews (2 billion users) and the Apple-Siri partnership (2.5 billion devices), Gemini reaches far more people than ChatGPT, though most don't realize they're using it.
How long do people spend on Gemini per session?
The average Gemini session lasts 6 to 7 minutes, though this figure is growing rapidly (SimilarWeb via DemandSage, 2025-2026). Session duration increased from 8 minutes 25 seconds to 10 minutes 46 seconds between March and October 2025, representing 28% growth in just 7 months. By late 2025, combined desktop and mobile session time hit approximately 7.2 minutes, reportedly surpassing ChatGPT for the first time (Financial Times, late 2025).
Is Gemini growing or declining?
Gemini is growing explosively. Monthly active users increased from ~7 million (late 2023 as Bard) to 750 million (Q4 2025), representing 10,600% growth in under 2 years. Market share grew from 5.7% (January 2025) to 21.5% (January 2026), nearly 4x in 12 months. App downloads hit a record 4.3 million in November 2025. API usage increased 142% from March 2025 to January 2026. Gemini is the fastest-growing AI platform by every measure, though it still trails ChatGPT in total users and cultural momentum.
What percentage of teens use Gemini?
23% of US teens have used Google Gemini, making it the second most popular AI chatbot among teenagers after ChatGPT (59%) (Pew Research, December 2025). It ranks ahead of Meta AI (20%), Microsoft Copilot (14%), Character.ai (9%), and Claude (3%). Gemini's teen adoption likely occurs through Google's ecosystem: AI Overviews in Search, Android phones with Circle to Search, and school Chromebooks with integrated Google Workspace.
Does Gemini track screen time separately from Google Search?
No. Gemini screen time is split across multiple products: the standalone app (measurable via Screen Time or Digital Wellbeing), AI Overviews in Google Search (not separately tracked), Circle to Search (part of Android system time), and productivity features in Gmail/Docs (counted as Gmail/Docs time). This makes total Gemini usage impossible to measure accurately. Your actual Gemini screen time is likely significantly higher than app-only statistics suggest, because most people encounter Gemini through embedded features rather than the standalone app.
Will Gemini replace Google Assistant on Android?
Yes, gradually. Gemini is becoming the default AI assistant on Android devices, replacing the older Google Assistant technology. When users activate "Hey Google," they're increasingly talking to Gemini rather than Google Assistant. This transition is rolling out over time across Android's 3+ billion active devices. The shift is largely invisible to users - the experience looks similar, but Gemini's more advanced capabilities power the responses.
What is the Apple-Google Siri partnership?
In January 2026, Apple and Google announced a multi-year partnership to power a revamped Siri with Gemini models. The deal is reportedly worth approximately $1 billion per year (Reuters, January 12, 2026). This means Siri on iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and other devices will use Gemini's AI capabilities under the hood. Users will still say "Hey Siri," but Gemini models will generate the responses. This puts Gemini on approximately 2.5 billion Apple devices, making it the largest AI partnership in history and potentially reshaping the competitive landscape between Google and OpenAI.
