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It was only a matter of time before Gemini learned how to navigate and entertain you while you're focused on the road. Google has unveiled that Android Auto , the popular infotainment platform compatible with numerous cars, trucks, and other types of vehicles, will receive AI-assistance via Gemini's Personal Intelligence. This major update dropped on October 20 and affects both Android Auto users and Google built-in vehicles.

How this all works is rather fascinating: Once granted permission, Gemini can access many of the Google apps you probably use all the time, including Workspace, Google Maps, YouTube, etc. This allows the digital companion to reference everything from emails and photos to previously visited destinations.…