Gemini Tests Device Help on Pixel 11 Pro in Google App Beta 17.52
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Updated · 9to5Google · Aug 24
Gemini Tests Device Help on Pixel 11 Pro in Google App Beta 17.52
3 articles · Updated · 9to5Google · Aug 24
Summary
Pixel 11 Pro users on Google app beta 17.52 are seeing a new Labs-labeled “Device help” option in Gemini’s plus menu and overlay, while the base Pixel 11 and older phones checked do not have it.
The tool offers conversational support for changing display, sound, Do Not Disturb and Digital Wellbeing settings, while also troubleshooting Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mobile data, battery, audio and app-performance problems.
Gemini can also review battery and storage use, audit app permissions and notifications, set app timers, and walk users through Pixel features, gestures, camera tools and privacy controls.
The feature appears to rely on Google’s existing Device Assistance connected app—previously called Utilities—and a related report said Device Help can inspect settings and apply fixes on Android 17+ Pixel phones, but not perform destructive actions.
Gemini can now scan your Pixel's deep settings to fix bugs, but what hidden personal data might it accidentally expose to Google's servers?
Google severely restricted Gemini's system access for security, but will these strict limits render the highly anticipated troubleshooting assistant practically useless?
If an AI is required to navigate your phone's settings, has smartphone design simply become too complicated for the average user to manage?