Google’s virtual AI assistant – Gemini – just got a huge update. Android users can now chat with Gemini from the lock screen, that is, without having to unlock their phone first.

Previously, Gemini could only manage a few things from the lock screen, like setting the alarm, adjusting the volume, controlling media playback, turning on the flashlight, or whatever else was possible with its predecessor, Google Assistant. Anything more complicated required you to unlock your device first.

But now Gemini is breaking those limitations. With the latest update, you can start a conversation without lifting a finger.

There are still some restrictions, for privacy reasons. Gemini will not accept anything that has to do with your personal information. So you can be sure that it will not give your data to just anyone with the magic words. For those things, you still have to unlock your device first.