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How to use Gemini Live on the Google Pixel 9
In This Article
Google’s Pixel 9 launch was all about AI, with the newGeminiassistant stealing the spotlight at the event.
Gemini’s smart capabilities are split into two categories: free Gemini features and those exclusive toGemini Advanced, Google’s paid version of the assistant only available with theGoogle OneAI Premium cloud storage plan.
One of the more, well, advanced features included in Gemini Advanced isGemini Live. Gemini Live allows you to have a free-flowing conversation with the assistant, chatting back and forth and interrupting it to add more details.
Thankfully, all Pixel 9 owners can access this feature at no additional cost thanks to the free 12-month Google One AI Premium subscription that comes with every Pixel 9 purchase. This means you can test out Gemini Live for a full year completely free.
Keep reading to learn how to activate Gemini Live on the Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro andPixel 9 Pro XL.
What you’ll need
The Short Version
How to use Gemini Live on the Google Pixel 9
Step1
Press and hold the side button
This will take you to Google Gemini.
Step2
Tap the Gemini Live icon
This is the button in the bottom right corner with the stars.
Step3
Hit OK
Make sure you read the terms before progressing.
Step4
Select a voice for your assistant
There are plenty of voices to choose from – simply swipe to cycle through them and tap Start when you’re happy.
Step5
Talk to Gemini
That’s it! Just speak out loud to have a conversation with Gemini.
Troubleshooting
To claim your free Google One AI Premium trial, install the Google One app. The plan includes access to Gemini Advanced, Gemini in Gmail, Docs and other Google apps and 2TB of storage.
Google One AI Premium is free for one year with any Pixel 9 phone. After this, you’ll need to pay $19.99/£18.99 a month to continue your subscription.None Pixel 9 users can also claim a free trial. However, this is limited to one month instead of a full year.
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