Waze has officially announced the discontinuation of Google Assistant support on iPhones, attributing the decision to persistent technical issues. iPhone users have faced unreliable voice command functionality for over a year, prompting Waze to seek alternatives. Meanwhile, Android users will continue to have access to Google Assistant, although its future remains uncertain as Google transitions to its new AI model, Gemini. Waze is already testing Gemini for improved traffic reporting, aiming to enhance user experience. This shift signifies a broader change in voice assistant technology across platforms.