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Google and Samsung Roll Out Gemini App Automation Beta on Galaxy S26 Phones

The feature executes multi-step tasks in a virtual window, handing off at checkout for user approval.

Overview

  • Gemini’s screen automation is live as an English-only beta on Galaxy S26 devices in the U.S. and Korea, with support for Pixel 10 models planned next.
  • The assistant can open and control partner apps to order food, book rides, or build grocery carts while running in a background virtual window visible in real time.
  • Launch integrations include Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Grubhub, Uber Eats, and Starbucks, with grocery ordering via Kroger and Walmart, and Instacart listed as coming soon.
  • Users can stop a task or take control at any moment, and the flow pauses before checkout so the user must review details and confirm the purchase.
  • Google says screenshots from automated sessions may be reviewed to improve the experience unless users opt out, and early hands-on tests noted at least one fullscreen lock bug.