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This free Android assistant fixes my biggest Gemini frustration - and keeps my data private
With Google set to retire Assistant, and Gemini not exactly the replacement many of us want, Dicio is a solid option. There's one catch.
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A free Android assistant app has been highlighted for reliably handling hands‑free calls, a task that Gemini has struggled with, while also keeping user data private. The author notes that despite the assistant’s predictability, Google appears intent on discontinuing Assistant without addressing the hands‑free limitation. This contrast underscores the assistant’s practical advantage for users seeking a private, functional alternative.
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