How to Change Default Digital Assistant on Android
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Summary
This article looks at how to change the default AI assistant on an Android device, noting that while Google Gemini is the default setting on many brands, other assistants such as ChatGPT and Perplexity are viable alternatives.
It highlights the importance of considering the depth of integration with the Google ecosystem that might be lost in the switch, but also the additional functionalities of alternative digital assistants.
The article then walks through the steps to change the default setting, before explaining how to access and set up a chosen digital assistant following the change.
It also notes the different navigation options for accessing a digital assistant from the home screen, and how these can be customised.
The conclusion emphasises the additional productivity that can be gained from using certain alternative AI models, such as better search results.
The article includes screenshots of each of the different stages outlined.
