The Google app on iPhone is one of the most used third-party applications on iOS and it just got a whole lot better, thanks to Gemini.With the launch of iOS 18, Google’s Search widget has been given an overhaul, now offering customizable shortcuts. One of those shortcuts is Google Gemini, the company’s impressive AI chatbot that previously was only available on iPhone by opening the Google app and switching tabs.Now, with the tap of a button, you can instantly

Enter jiggle mode (tap and hold on any icon) on your iPhone’s Home ScreenTap Edit, then Add Widget, Select Google’s medium widgetTap the + on the right of the Google widgetSelect up to 4 shortcuts including Gemini I’ve selected Gemini, Lens, and Song search for my Google widget and I can already see the benefit. Lens is Google’s version of the upcoming Visual Intelligence in the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, while Song search is an alternative to Shazam. Combined, all 3 shortcuts make the Google Search widget one of the best available on the iPhone right now.Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inboxSign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.So while you’re waiting for Apple Intelligence and all the Apple Intelligence features to arrive on iPhone, why not give Gemini a try?You might also likeGoogle wants Gemini AI to be the star of every part of your lifeThe best version of Google Gemini is now out for more people, teens includedGoogle is ‘reimagining’ Android to be all-in on AI – and it looks truly
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