Google adds Gemini-powered dictation to Gboard, which could be bad news for dictation startups
TechCrunch·May 12, 2026
Google has integrated Gemini-powered dictation into Gboard, its virtual keyboard app. The new transcription feature is initially available on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones. This move could potentially impact dictation startups, as Google's offering may become a preferred choice for users. Google's Gboard update brings advanced dictation capabilities to a wider range of users.
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