List of phones that can still use “Ok Google” and activate the old Assistant instead of Gemini

Google has confirmed the definitive transition of its mobile ecosystem, phasing out the legacy Google Assistant in favor of its artificial intelligence platform, Gemini. According to the company's announcements, the classic Assistant will cease to be available on smartphones and linked devices starting September 4, 2026, marking the end of the traditional "Ok Google" hotword functionality.

While the broader shift establishes Gemini as the default Android assistant, specific subsets of devices retain the ability to use the older command structure and assistant platform. The transition represents a major modernization effort for Google's mobile operating system, fully integrating AI capabilities directly into the core user experience.