Google launches Gemini in Android Studio for businesses

Google has unveiled a new enterprise-focused version of its Gemini integration in Android Studio, targeting businesses that require enhanced privacy, security, and data governance. This update introduces Gemini Code Assist for Android development under Standard and Enterprise editions, available through Google Cloud subscriptions.

The enterprise version addresses rising concerns about data sensitivity by ensuring that all user code, inputs, and AI-generated suggestions remain excluded from any shared model training. Organizations maintain ownership and control of their intellectual property while benefiting from the AI-powered assistance in coding workflows.

Security remains a primary focus. The enterprise-grade integration includes support for Private Google Access, VPC Service Controls, and role-based IAM permissions. It complies with numerous industry security standards and certifications, including SOC 1/2/3, ISO/IEC 27001, 27017, 27018, and 27701.

A significant addition to this offering is IP indemnification for AI-generated content. Organizations using Gemini are covered under policies that protect them from third-party copyright claims—mirroring similar indemnity provisions offered to Google Cloud users of generative AI APIs.

Customization options also expand with the Enterprise license. Developers can link Gemini to internal repositories hosted on GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket, including self-hosted versions. This connection enables more context-aware code suggestions, aligning outputs with internal coding standards and common patterns used within the organization.

The update retains its Android-centric design, continuing to offer intelligent support for tasks like writing, refactoring, and documenting code. New features include automated assistance with build and sync errors, enhanced crash analysis through integrations with Google Play Console and Firebase Crashlytics, and contextual help for debugging via Logcat.

To begin using Gemini in Android Studio for businesses, organizations must use Android Studio Narwhal or the Canary channel version of Android Studio for Platform. Licenses for Gemini Code Assist can be purchased directly through the Google Cloud console or by contacting Google sales for tailored deployment support.