Recent reports highlight an email Google sent to some users regarding the Gemini AI assistant on Android, triggering privacy concerns. Social media was abuzz with screenshots emphasizing a line suggesting Gemini could connect to apps even if “App Activity” was disabled. This sparked confusion, as users interpreted “apps” to mean their installed applications.
However, the ambiguity likely stems from Google’s use of “apps” to refer to something distinct from standard applications. The company may be referencing specific features or functionalities within Gemini that still operate regardless of the user’s broader “App Activity” setting. While the exact definition remains unclear, it appears the initial alarm might be based on a misunderstanding of Google’s terminology within the context of Gemini AI. Further clarification from Google is needed to definitively resolve the privacy concerns.
