Google to Remove Seventeen Assistant Features Soon

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Google Assistant Eliminates 17 Features to Improve User Experience

Management of audiobooks on Google Play Books by voice command
Organization of cookbooks
Establishment of media, music, or radio alarms on Google Assistant devices
Administration of stopwatches on Smart Displays and Speakers
Device-to-device voice calls or broadcasting to your Google Family Group
Transmission of emails, video, or audio messages using voice commands
Requesting contact details
App Launcher found in Google Assistant driving mode within Google Maps for messages and calls
Voice command for activities on Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 devices
Caller ID presentation for calls from speakers and Smart Displays
Verifying personal travel plans via voice
Voice-directed actions such as transferring payments, securing reservations, or sharing on social media

Upon tapping the microphone icon, users will activate search responses in the Google app.
The microphone icon will no longer manage smart home devices or send messages.
This adjustment also pertains to the Pixel Search bar, which will now initiate Voice Search instead of Assistant.