A mysterious new API in Android 16 called "app functions" hints that Gemini Assistant could gain abilities to take action directly in apps, similar to Apple's iOS 18 update.
Google's developer site describes app functions as functionalities that can be integrated into various system features, potentially making AI assistants much more useful for tasks such as ordering food.
Both Google and Apple are working towards making their smart assistants more capable, with proposed updates allowing users to not just search, but actively perform in-app tasks.
The promise of smart assistants has been about "doing things for you," but significant advancements in their capabilities have only recently started to emerge.
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