How to Disable Gemini on Android, Gmail, Chrome, Photos. Opt Out of AI Tracking
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- Gemini AI now has access to Gmail, Chat, and Meet via Google Workspace smart features.
- Smart features are off by default in the European Economic Area, Japan, Switzerland, and the UK but on elsewhere.
- Steps to disable Gemini in Gmail, Drive & Docs include turning off smart features in settings.
- Google Photos requires separate settings to disable Gemini features.
- Chrome users can disable Gemini by toggling off AI innovations in settings.
- Android users need to disable or uninstall Gemini to prevent tracking.
- Gemini can access Messages, Phone, WhatsApp, and Utilities on Android regardless of previous settings.
- Google's update lacks transparency and informed consent, raising privacy concerns.
- Big Tech's trend of auto-opt-in features without clear consent is criticized.
- The update highlights the need for more transparency and user control over data.