3 6 Ke·2025-07-29 12:38Core Viewpoint - Google is updating its strategy to allow its Gemini AI to access third-party applications on Android, raising user concerns about data privacy and security [3][12]. Group 1: Google’s Gemini AI Update - Google has announced that Gemini AI will have access to third-party applications, including WhatsApp, regardless of whether users enable or disable Gemini's app activity [3]. - Users have expressed concerns about how Gemini will handle data interactions with third-party applications, especially since Google did not provide clear instructions on how to completely remove Gemini integration [3][6]. - Google claims that this update will benefit users by allowing them to perform daily tasks without Gemini app activity being monitored or used to improve AI models [6]. Group 2: Comparison with Competitors - Honor has already implemented a similar feature in its MagicOS 9.0, allowing AI to control third-party applications through a visual solution, while Google is using an intelligent agent approach via API calls [6][9]. - The industry trend is moving towards using standardized protocols like MCP (Model Context Protocol) for AI to interact with external tools, as opposed to less efficient visual solutions [9]. Group 3: Data Privacy Concerns - The direct API access by AI to third-party applications raises significant data leakage risks, leading to skepticism about Google's commitment to user privacy [9]. - Other tech giants, including Meta and Amazon, have faced scrutiny for their data collection practices, which raises questions about whether Google can maintain ethical standards in this environment [11][12]. - Despite privacy concerns, many users may accept Google's decision due to the potential convenience that Gemini's capabilities could bring to their Android experience [14].