Google has enhanced its smart AI chatbot, Gemini, with a new feature called Scheduled Actions, transforming it into a true digital butler.
Gemini: AI technology is simplifying our lives daily. Google has equipped its smart AI assistant, Gemini, with a revolutionary new feature: Scheduled Actions. This feature elevates Gemini from a simple question-answering chatbot to a time-bound personal assistant capable of performing tasks at scheduled times, without requiring repeated reminders.
What is Gemini's Scheduled Actions feature?
Teased during Google I/O 2025, this feature is now gradually rolling out to Android and iOS devices. Its key advantage is that users can delegate everyday tasks to Gemini, which will automatically perform them at the designated times. For example:
- Need 5 new blog ideas every Sunday?
- Want a summary of emails and calendar events every morning at 8 am?
- Require a dentist appointment reminder every Tuesday?
Gemini will handle all this autonomously, without repeated commands. You give the command once, and it repeats the task at the scheduled time.
How does this feature work?
Scheduled Actions can be accessed and managed in a dedicated section within Gemini's settings. Here, you can define which task should be repeated on which day and at what time. It's fully automated; once set, repeated commands are unnecessary.
Gemini's feature positions it against ChatGPT's recently launched Tasks feature. However, its significant advantage is deep integration with the Google ecosystem, making it a personalized and centralized AI assistant.
Gemini versus ChatGPT: What's the difference?
Both Gemini and ChatGPT are advanced AI chatbots, but Gemini's Scheduled Actions feature makes it more useful for Google ecosystem users. While ChatGPT sends emails and notifications for reminders, Gemini directly connects with Gmail, Google Calendar, Docs, and other Google services to perform real-time automated actions. It's like having a mini digital butler in your pocket, acting as your daily manager – tirelessly.
Which users will get this feature?
Currently, Google has made this feature available only to AI Premium subscribers and Google Workspace (business/education) users. This means free or standard users will need to wait. However, given Google's history, we can expect that as performance and user experience improve, it may become free for all users in the future – much like Smart Compose and Assistant Routines.
Why is this feature a game-changer?
- On-time task completion: No more missed important tasks.
- Clutter-free life: No need to set individual reminders.
- Google ecosystem integration: Direct connectivity with all Google services.
- Organized life with AI: Prioritizing tasks and time management made easy.
- Futuristic experience: Demonstrates how AI can make our lives smarter and simpler.
Gemini's Scheduled Actions feature transcends the limitations of AI as a mere question-answering tool. It's emerging as a proper digital assistant, capable of automating your routine and making life smoother, more organized, and timely.
