Hi Mark!
Here's what I found regarding your question:
The reason you can't find a dedicated "Gemini Notes" app is that Google has integrated the in-person note-taking feature directly into the Google Meet mobile app.
Even if you aren't in a virtual call, Google now uses the Meet app as the "hub" for live, face-to-face transcription and note-taking.
There is no standalone "Gemini Notes" app.
Google has taken an "ambient" approach—meaning they’ve tucked this specific tool into the existing Google Meet app rather than creating a new icon for your home screen.
Why Google Meet?
It feels counter-intuitive to open a video calling app for an in-person chat, but Google's logic is that the Meet app already has the "ears" (audio processing) and the "brain" (Gemini integration) built-in. By using Meet, Gemini can immediately:
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Cross-reference your Google Calendar to see who else is in the room.
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Automatically save the transcript and summary to Google Drive.
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Email the recap to everyone involved as soon as you hit "Stop."
How to use it for in-person meetings:
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Open the Google Meet app on your phone or tablet.
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Look for the "Take notes with Gemini" option (usually represented by a pencil icon or found in the main menu before you even start a call).
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Tap "Start" and place your phone on the table. Gemini will listen to the live conversation, transcribe it, and identify key action items.
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Find your notes: Once you stop the session, Gemini automatically generates a Google Doc. This doc is saved to your Google Drive and often attached to the relevant event in your Google Calendar.
Note: The "Take Notes for Me" feature for in-person meetings typically requires a Google Workspace subscription (like Gemini Business, Enterprise, or Education). If you are using a personal @gmail.com account, you might only see the basic "Help me write" features in Docs rather than the live meeting assistant.
Best,
Sabina
