Google announced three Gemini updates for Samsung hardware at Galaxy Unpacked in London on July 22, expanding task automation to more than 40 apps, placing Gemini Notebook on new foldable phones and extending AI controls to the Galaxy Watch 9 and forthcoming smart glasses. The changes show how Google and Samsung plan to make Gemini available across several personal devices, although key availability details remain unconfirmed.

The first update expands the beta version of Gemini Intelligence task automation from a small group of apps to more than 40 popular apps, according to Google. The company said Gemini can assist with shopping, restaurant reservations, travel activities and event tickets. On the Galaxy Z Flip8, users will be able to start the assistant from the Flex Window by holding the power button.

Google said the system can interpret on-screen content and complex images, letting a user submit material such as a shopping list or reference photo as part of a request. A progress display shows the actions Gemini is taking, while the task may continue when the user opens another app or closes the phone. Google said users can intervene to change a detail before returning control to Gemini, with review and final confirmation required before completion.

The second update brings Gemini Notebook, the product previously known as NotebookLM, to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 as a preinstalled app. On the larger Fold8 display, users can place photos, documents, whiteboard images and voice recordings into a side-by-side workspace. Google said the app can answer questions based on those materials and generate resources including presentations, videos, flash cards, quizzes and audio programs. Each new foldable also includes a six-month Google AI Pro trial.

Gemini Moves Across Samsung Hardware

The announcements extend Google’s assistant beyond isolated questions and text generation toward multi-step actions performed across third-party apps. Support for more than 40 services could make the automation beta useful for a wider range of routine tasks, but its practical value will depend on which apps, markets and account types are supported.

Preinstalling Gemini Notebook on Samsung foldables also gives Google a direct route to users who may not have tried NotebookLM separately. The Fold8’s larger screen is suited to its source-based workspace, while the AI Pro trial may encourage use of higher-access features. On watches and glasses, Google is positioning Gemini as an assistant that can be reached without first opening a phone.

From Phone Beta to Wearables

Google introduced its task-automation beta in February 2026 with support for a limited number of apps. The Galaxy Unpacked announcement broadens that test while retaining user review before a task is finalized. Google describes Gemini Intelligence as its plan for technology that acts proactively for users, but the features remain part of an evolving product rollout.

The partnership also reaches Samsung wearables. Google said Galaxy Watch 9 owners can raise their wrist to activate Gemini without saying a wake phrase. For smart glasses, Google previously announced a Samsung partnership at Google I/O 2026 and named Gentle Monster and Warby Parker as eyewear partners. At Unpacked, the companies showed two more frames and said compatible Wear OS watches could control the glasses through hand gestures.

“Task automation is expanding support from a handful of apps to more than 40 popular apps.”

— Google

App Access and Privacy Details

Google did not provide a complete list of the 40-plus supported apps, a country-by-country release schedule or details about language support. It is also unclear whether every automated action will work on all three new foldables at launch, or when the task-automation beta will become a general release.

The announcement did not specify pricing after the AI Pro trial, the limits placed on trial accounts or how availability may vary by market. Google also did not give a precise release date, price or full hardware specifications for the Samsung-linked smart glasses. Detailed information about permissions, data retention and how automated tasks interact with third-party services was not included in the announcement.

Rollouts Lead Toward Glasses Launch

Attention will now turn to the release of the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8, along with confirmation of which task-automation apps work at launch. Users will also need regional availability and subscription information before the value of the six-month AI Pro offer can be compared across markets.

The next stated milestone is the smart-glasses launch planned for fall 2026. Google and Samsung are expected to provide product specifications, prices, supported markets and a firmer date closer to release. Google said additional intelligent features will be released when ready, leaving the wider Gemini Intelligence schedule open.

Key Questions

What were Google’s three Galaxy Unpacked updates?

Google announced expanded Gemini task automation, a preinstalled Gemini Notebook app for Samsung’s new foldables, and new Gemini access through the Galaxy Watch 9 and planned smart glasses.

Which Samsung phones receive Gemini Notebook?

Google said Gemini Notebook comes preinstalled on the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8. Each device includes a six-month trial of Google AI Pro.

Can Gemini complete purchases without approval?

Google said Gemini is designed to request review and final confirmation when a task is ready. The announcement did not explain whether approval requirements differ among purchases, reservations and bookings.

When will the Gemini smart glasses arrive?

Google said intelligent eyewear developed with Samsung is planned for fall 2026. A precise date, pricing, supported countries and complete specifications have not been announced.

Source: Google AI

Source: Google AI