- Gemini Live with camera and screen sharing is now available on Pixel 9 and other compatible Android devices, offering real-time AI-powered support for daily tasks.
- Users can point their camera at landmarks, products, or food to get instant information, recommendations, or historical context—perfect for travel and discovery.
- Screen sharing with Gemini Live allows AI to compare products, explain documents, or guide users through instructions, like mounting a TV or scaling a recipe.
Google has announced Gemini Live with camera and screen sharing, now supported on Pixel 9 and other compatible Android devices. Gemini Live is purpose-built to make your device an actual problem-solver in real-time. The smart experience of Gemini Live comes with camera and screen sharing functionality that is about combining multimodal AI and natural conversation to allow people to finish what they started, faster and with more ease.
What is Gemini Live?
Gemini Live provides an easier way to receive assistance on your phone in real time. Whether you’re using your camera to point at a building you want to learn about, or you’re sharing your screen to look at products or follow directions, you can simply speak to Gemini as you normally would and receive helpful information immediately. It’s designed to make everyday tasks feel easier, without all the back-and-forth searching.
If you have a Pixel 9, Gemini Live is included for free. For those with older Pixel devices, the feature is included in the Gemini Advanced subscription, which also unlocks additional features such as thorough research and improved response quality.
Explore the world smarter with Gemini Live with camera
Imagine walking through a historic neighborhood and pointing your phone at an unfamiliar building. Instead of scrambling to search online, just open Gemini Live and ask, “What is this place?” Instantly, your phone offers context, historical background, and even nearby attractions.
Whether you’re checking out a storefront, admiring a plate of food, or passing a local landmark, Gemini Live uses your camera to analyze and explain what you’re seeing, then lets you ask follow-up questions to explore more.
And the magic doesn’t stop when you move. As your camera view changes, Gemini updates its insights in real time. It’s like having a travel guide, encyclopedia, and local expert in your pocket.
Screen sharing that actually solves problems
Shopping for tech online? Share your screen and ask, “Which TV is better for a bright room?” Gemini Live will instantly compare brightness specs, price points, and customer feedback, helping you make smarter decisions without bouncing between tabs.
Got a complex PDF or instruction manual? Add it to Gemini Live. It will summarize steps, call out tools you’ll need, and guide you through the process, whether you’re mounting a TV or assembling furniture.
Project help that feels like a conversation
Let’s say you’re cooking, watching a recipe video on YouTube. It’s designed for two people, but you’re feeding six. Instead of doing the math yourself, just hold the power button, activate Gemini Live, and say, “Adjust this recipe for six.” Boom! updated ingredients and steps, right on the spot.
You can also ask Gemini to pull highlights from videos, clarify instructions, or offer safety tips. No more pausing and replaying five times just to understand a single step.
How to use Gemini Live on your phone
Getting started is easy:
- To activate Gemini Live, hold the power button and tap the Live button (three lines next to the mic icon).
- To share your screen, press and hold the power button and tap “Share screen with Live.”
- To use your camera, open Gemini Live and tap the camera icon to start exploring your surroundings in real time.
Gemini Live supports both visual and interactive inputs, making it one of the most intuitive AI tools ever integrated into Android.
Beyond Tasks: Brainstorming, learning, and fun
Gemini Live isn’t all work. It’s also your sidekick for brainstorming quirky ideas, preparing for big events, or picking up new hobbies. Want to start a yoga routine, rehearse a speech, or name your new bagel shop? Just ask. You can even share images, documents, or YouTube videos with Gemini to get personalized insights and suggestions.
For deep dives, Gemini Advanced offers Gemini Deep Research, scanning hundreds of sources to produce well-organized reports, complete with citations and links. It’s ideal for students, professionals, and anyone who wants answers that go beyond surface-level summaries.
