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Can I keep Google Assistant?
The story clearly states that once Gemini replaces Google Assistant, users will be 'unable to revert'. This is quite common in tech updates; once a new version rolls out, the old one is often phased out completely. It means users will need to adapt to the new features and interface of Gemini.
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