Google has announced an early preview of its new Gemini capability. This feature allows the AI assistant to perform multi-step tasks directly within Android applications on certain Pixel and Samsung devices.

This feature will be available in beta for the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and the newly announced Samsung Galaxy S26 series. According to Google, users will be able to issue a command by long-pressing the power button, initiating processes such as booking a trip or reordering a previous meal.

Gemini will complete necessary steps within supported applications instead of just providing suggestions or links.

Gemini Transitions from Suggestions to Real Tasks

So far, Gemini has primarily focused on text generation, summarizing documents, or making suggestions. The new capability introduces a more “agentic” approach as defined by Google, where Gemini performs actions across multiple steps within applications.

Initially supported applications fall into specific categories like food delivery, grocery services, and ride-sharing platforms.

Google states that the beta version will initially be available in the United States and South Korea.

This feature is designed to allow users to complete real-world tasks such as reordering recent purchases or arranging transportation without having to navigate manually through app menus.

How Does Google Ensure Privacy with Gemini Agents?

Google has outlined several technical measures to limit system access and maintain transparency.

According to the announcement:

  • Gemini runs the target application within a secure virtual window, thus not gaining full device-level access.
  • Users can track task progress through live notifications.
  • Automations are triggered only by direct user command and stop once the task is completed.

The virtual window approach is designed to restrict Gemini's access to only the application necessary to perform the desired action.

Google did not provide details on whether this functionality will expand to additional application categories or third-party integrations beyond the initial launch.

Availability Limited to the U.S. and South Korea

The application execution feature will first appear in beta on the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Samsung Galaxy S26 series, and will initially be available only to users in the U.S. and South Korea.

Google has not yet announced a broader device rollout timeline or when this feature will exit the beta phase.