Great news for Android enthusiasts: The camera and screen sharing functionalities of Gemini Live are now available at no cost.

This announcement was made by Google in a post on X on Wednesday, highlighting the positive responses from users regarding their experiences with these features. Google plans to gradually roll out the functionality to all Android devices in the coming weeks, and some users might already have access.

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The Evolution of Gemini Live

Gemini Live serves as the conversational interface for Google’s AI assistant. Initially, it facilitated audio-only interactions, allowing users to engage with the chatbot similarly to a phone conversation. However, in March, Google introduced “Gemini Live with Video,” which incorporated two vital features into its chat mode: the ability to enable Gemini to access your camera and pose questions about your environment. For instance, pointing the camera at a sign in a different language lets you ask Gemini for a translation. Alternatively, you can also share your screen with Gemini and inquire about ongoing tasks.

Initially, these upgraded features were exclusive to the Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S25. Although more device support was on the horizon, the features were initially reserved for Gemini Advanced subscribers, requiring a $20 monthly fee to use the camera and screen sharing functionalities.

With the latest announcement, that’s no longer a requirement. As long as your Android smartphone can run the updated Gemini app, these features can be accessed for free. Google’s decision likely stems from the belief that a larger user base will generate more valuable AI training data than a limited number of paying users. This distinguishes Google from other companies that charge for similar features, such as OpenAI, which requires a subscription to ChatGPT Plus for its advanced camera and screen sharing capabilities.

In a recent evaluation by DailyHackly’s David Nield, Gemini’s camera and screen sharing functions were tested while they were still exclusive to the Galaxy S25 and Pixel 9. The performance was satisfactory, but not without errors. For example, the AI mistakenly identified a Fitbit Charge 6 as a Charge 5. It succeeded in translating social media entries and recognizing recent sports match outcomes; however, it incorrectly dated a match that took place nearly two years ago.

These functionalities became available as of Wednesday, April 16, and Google has indicated that the rollout will continue over the upcoming weeks. If the latest version of the Gemini app doesn’t yet display these options, patience is encouraged.