Google Gemini automation list revealed: 134 apps targeted for on-device control
Android Authority reported on November 12 that Google has disclosed a list of 134 applications compatible with Gemini's task automation feature. This capability allows Gemini to interact with apps by opening them on a virtual screen to perform actions like searching or adding items to a cart, pausing before final payment confirmation.
As of November 12, the stable version of Android 17 QPR2 includes 114 target applications, with an additional 20 apps covered in the Android Canary list. The automation functionality is contingent upon an app being on Google's whitelist and matching the correct app signature. While office suites like Word and Outlook are included, testing showed Gemini could not yet edit documents within Word or execute automated tasks in Outlook.
Practical demonstrations showed Gemini successfully ordering food on Zomato in India and purchasing milk via Blinkit, while failing to interact with Swiggy and Zepto. The expanded test list also features applications such as Reddit, X, LINE, and Shopee. Google has not yet released the complete list or commented on the findings.