Hello @Unlikely,
Thank you for reaching out to the community. I can understand your situation with the transition to Gemini, especially when it feels like intuitive features such as "Continued Conversation" are no longer working properly. I know how important a seamless voice assistant experience is.
If you find that the new AI model isn't meeting your needs, you can indeed switch back to the classic Google Assistant on your mobile device.
The setting to switch back is tucked away inside the Gemini app settings on your phone. Here is how to find it:
On Android:
- Open the Gemini app.
- Tap your profile picture/icon in the top right corner.
- Select Settings.
- At the bottom of the list, tap Digital assistants from Google.
- Select Google Assistant.
- You will see a confirmation screen asking if you want to switch back. Tap Switch to confirm.
On iOS (iPhone/iPad):
If you are using the Google app on iOS, Gemini is usually a toggle at the top of the app.
- Open the Google app.
- Look for the Gemini/Assistant toggle at the top of the screen.
- Slide the toggle back to the Google Assistant icon (the colorful dots).
You mentioned having to repeat "Hey Google" for every follow-up. While Gemini is still learning to handle the Continued Conversation feature consistently across all devices, reverting to Google Assistant will immediately restore that specific functionality to your phone.
For your Nest speakers and displays, please note that they primarily still use the classic Google Assistant engine for "Continued Conversation," though some logic is being updated. If those devices are also struggling, you can check those settings specifically:
- Open the Google Home app.
- Tap Settings → Google Assistant → Continued Conversation.
- Ensure the toggle is ON for your specific devices.
I want to make sure you get your Assistant back to exactly how you like it. Let me know if you need something else.
Regards,
Kevin
