By Abner Li
Publication Date: 2026-05-01 15:36:00
Yesterday, Google published “COSMO,” an “experimental AI assistant application for Android devices” on the Play Store.
This application looks to come from Google Research — com.google.research.air.cosmo — but was published on the company’s main Play Store account.
The listing explains how “COSMO brings the power of artificial intelligence directly onto your device.” Use cases include “organizing your day to answering complex questions.”
COSMO is an experimental AI assistant application for Android devices. COSMO brings the power of artificial intelligence directly onto your device. From organizing your day to answering complex questions, COSMO works behind the scenes to simplify your life.
The app is a 1.13 GB download given the inclusion of a local Gemini Nano model. After installing, it asks for access to several system permissions. You’re presented with a very basic chat interface that reflects the experimental nature….
