Google Gemini Expands Connected Apps for Planning, Creation and Everyday Tasks

Google has introduced a collection of connected apps and services for its Gemini App, aiming to enhance the assistant's capability to assist users with planning, creation, and everyday task management. This is not a single new model feature, but rather a broader set of app connections designed to enable users to transition from asking Gemini for help to completing related actions, such as summarizing a meeting, editing a website, discovering an experience, or making a reservation.

The rollout is gradual and the list of partners and categories is not exhaustive, indicating a phased approach. The partners include companies in productivity and creativity (Granola, Otter.ai, Wix), local and entertainment (Fever, GetYourGuide, Localiza, OpenTable UK, Ticketmaster), music (iHeartRadio, Pandora), home, health, and lifestyle (Angi, Thumbtack, Zocdoc), and more.

The main implication for businesses will depend on the availability of these apps in their region and their compatibility with existing workflows. Users will be able to "turn on" these connected apps within Gemini, but the announcement does not provide specific setup instructions or detail the permissions each partnership requires.

The practical benefits for everyday workflows could include more efficient meeting follow-ups, streamlined website work, easier client or team planning, and simplified personal logistics. However, businesses and users should be aware that the rollout is gradual and that availability, permission requirements, and the depth of integration may vary.