Why This Matters
Google is expanding its Gemini AI assistant on macOS with direct integration into Apple's Messages app, allowing users to send, read, and search iMessages through natural language prompts. This move signals Google's push to embed Gemini more deeply into everyday desktop workflows on Apple's own platform, competing directly with Apple's own Siri and Apple Intelligence efforts.
Key Takeaways
- Gemini for macOS can now send, read, and search iMessages via a new 'Connected App' called @messages, following its arrival on Windows.
- The feature has notable limitations, including no attachments, tapback reactions, group management, or scheduled messages—text-only for now.
- The rollout is incomplete, as the client-side update appeared before the necessary server-side support, meaning the feature isn't fully functional yet.
Google’s latest update to the Gemini app for macOS readies local iMessage integration. This follows the app coming to Windows last week.
Gemini’s latest Connected App on the Mac is @messages to “Read, search, and send messages in Apple Messages.” Specifically, the integration can:
Send messages to contacts or phone numbers
Read recent conversations, unread messages, and search message history
This will aid context by being able to look up information from conversations. Example prompts include:
Send a message to John: “Running 5 minutes late!”
Show my recent messages from Sarah
Search Messages for dinner reservations
In terms of limitations, Gemini cannot:
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