Galaxy S26 & Gemini Bring the Sci-Fi AI Automation We've Been Promised
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We have been promised for years that AI assistants would eventually handle our digital chores. After plenty of hype and several software iterations, that promise is finally becoming a reality. As part of a new update, Google and Samsung have launched a feature known as “screen automation,” and the results are as impressive as they are slightly surreal to watch. Currently live on the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, this new capability allows Gemini to take control of specific Android apps to perform tasks on your behalf.
## AI in the driver’s seat: Exploring Gemini’s new task automation on Galaxy S26
Early testers suggest that the experience of using task automation is like watching your phone “use itself.” For example, when asking Gemini to book an Uber, the assistant handles the destination entry and skips unnecessary steps, such as specifying an airline terminal if it isn’t required. The system is even smart enough to handle nuanced requests, such as ordering a “Medicine Ball” tea from Starbucks—a popular off-menu name—and correctly identifying it as Citrus Honey Mint Tea, according to Android Central tests.
One of the most helpful aspects of this automation is how it handles the “grunt work” of delivery apps. If you ask for a specific meal from Uber Eats or DoorDash, Gemini will scroll through the menu, customize your items, and add them to your cart. It even knows to ask for clarifications, such as whether you want your pastry warmed or which airport you are heading to.
_Source: Android Central_
## Safety and control
Despite the high level of autonomy, the system does not have free rein over your credit card. Google has built in a mandatory pause at the very end of every task. Once Gemini has filled the cart or set the ride details, it sends a notification—often accompanied by a strong vibration—to hand control back to the user. You must personally review the details and hit the final “confirm” or “pay” button to complete the transaction.
Users can also set permanent preferences within Gemini’s “Personal Intelligence” settings. This lets the AI remember specific instructions tailored for each one without a constant reminder. For instance, only book the cheapest Uber ride or always choose gluten-free foods.
## Availability and compatible apps
The first list of supported apps is mostly for travel and food. Some of these apps are Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Grubhub, Uber Eats, and Starbucks. Currently, the feature is only available on the Galaxy S26 family for users in places like the US and South Korea. However, it will also reach the Google Pixel 10 series—without an ETA yet.
For now, this remains a beta feature, and like any new technology, it has its limits. It cannot yet handle complex multi-stop rides, and some users have reported occasional glitches that require a reboot. Still, it’s a great first step towards true mobile agentic AI.
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