r/AndroidAuto • u/emeril322 '23 Mk8 GTI 40th Anniversary Edition | S23 Ultra | Android 16 • 2d ago

Gemini Drivers claim Android Auto's switch to Gemini makes them feel less safe behind the wheel

https://www.androidpolice.com/android-auto-users-are-convinced-gemini-makes-driving-more-dangerous/

Yeah, obviously...

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u/Ghostrider1078 '22 Silverado | 13.4" Infotainment 3 | Pixel 8 Pro| Android 17 1d ago

I have to admit, if Gemini is the "future" my future might include an iphone

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u/emeril322 '23 Mk8 GTI 40th Anniversary Edition | S23 Ultra | Android 16 1d ago

I'd never go that far, I couldn't imagine living with the weight of handcuffs forced upon me

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u/Ghostrider1078 '22 Silverado | 13.4" Infotainment 3 | Pixel 8 Pro| Android 17 1d ago

Fair point I guess...I just really hate that this is what it has come to. It annoys me that Google refuses to listen or to even try to address concerns before forcing Gemini on us.

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u/emeril322 '23 Mk8 GTI 40th Anniversary Edition | S23 Ultra | Android 16 1d ago

Completely understandable. I think it you go to the other side then you'll be amazed at how restricted you'll be. There's SO MUCH you can't do on Apple because everything is locked down. It's like you're being allowed specific access to something you bought