Google Lens has become a pretty incredible tool for searching the world around us, and it only continues to get better and more useful. With over 20 billion visual searches happening every month, Google is rolling out some exciting updates to make Lens even more powerful and versatile. These … [Read more...] about Google Lens upgrades with Screen Search on iOS and AI Overviews
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Gemini extension for Google Home controls is here for everyone
It looks like the Google Home Gemini Extension has officially transitioned from preview to general availability. This stable roll-out, which has unfolded over the past few weeks, marks a significant step forward in how we can now use Gemini to interact with our smart home devices. Like all other … [Read more...] about Gemini extension for Google Home controls is here for everyone
The free version of Gemini keeps getting better as the paid version improves
Last year, Google introduced file upload and analysis as a paid feature for Gemini Advanced subscribers. Now, this powerful capability is beginning to roll out to free Gemini users as well, significantly expanding the utility of the free version of Gemini and bringing advanced document interaction … [Read more...] about The free version of Gemini keeps getting better as the paid version improves
Gemini 2.0 is here for all, but all the different versions are getting confusing
The new Gemini 2.0 is now here for everyone to try. Google has announced that the latest version of their flagship AI model is now available for all users of the app (on the web or in the native app) and while this is yet another big step for all users of Google's latest, greatest AI model, the … [Read more...] about Gemini 2.0 is here for all, but all the different versions are getting confusing
Regardless of the reason, Google rescinding the promise not to develop AI weapons is concerning
First reported by The Washington Post (via The Verge), it seems Google has made a significant, and concerning, change to its AI principles: removing key language that previously committed them to not developing AI for use in weapons, surveillance that violates international norms, or technology that … [Read more...] about Regardless of the reason, Google rescinding the promise not to develop AI weapons is concerning
Gemini Flash 2.0 is rolling out, powerful, and no longer experimental
Just last month, Google gave us a peek at Gemini 2.0 Flash, and now it's officially here! This isn't just a minor tweak, either. Google is calling 2.0 Flash a "new AI model for the agentic era," and it promises some serious improvements, especially for your everyday tasks. Think brainstorming, … [Read more...] about Gemini Flash 2.0 is rolling out, powerful, and no longer experimental
Why I wish Pixel phones would just go back to Snapdragon chips
I've had a love/hate relationship with Google's own Pixel phones over the years. Well, maybe love/hate is too strong a sentiment. Let's go with love/don't prefer instead. There's nothing I inherently hate about Pixel phones and there's a ton about the overall experience I truly do love and miss … [Read more...] about Why I wish Pixel phones would just go back to Snapdragon chips
11 Ways Google AI is reshaping the classroom in 2025
AI is more than just a passing fad – it's quickly becoming a transformative technology that's set to impact the classroom in many ways. Google is clearly leading the charge with Gemini and all the ways it can be leveraged across their services. And that effort now includes a suite of AI-powered … [Read more...] about 11 Ways Google AI is reshaping the classroom in 2025
Samsung and Google both win big with Gemini on the new Galaxy S25 phones
It's becoming more and more clear that you simply cannot launch a new smartphone these days without paying loads of attention to the included AI assistant. This is as true as ever with today's launch of the Galaxy S25 series, and with these new phones we're seeing Samsung partnering with Google to … [Read more...] about Samsung and Google both win big with Gemini on the new Galaxy S25 phones
xAI launches a dedicated website for its Grok chatbot
Elon Musk's xAI has been making waves with its Grok chatbot, and now it's even easier to take it for a spin. While a dedicated iOS app recently launched in the US, it seems xAI has quietly rolled out a web version of Grok as well. This means you no longer have to go to X.com or even have an X … [Read more...] about xAI launches a dedicated website for its Grok chatbot
Gemini 2.0 Experimental Advanced is now landing on Android and iOS
Remember that super-powerful Gemini 2.0 Experimental Advanced model Google rolled out back in December? Well, it is now on the way to both the Android and iOS, and Gemini Advanced subscribers using the Gemini app on their phones can now tap into the 2.0 Experimental Advanced model right away. So, … [Read more...] about Gemini 2.0 Experimental Advanced is now landing on Android and iOS
Google’s ‘Daily Listen’ merges your Discover feed with NotebookLM’s podcast style
As promised, Google is once again trying out what looks to be a useful and aspirational new feature that heavily utilizes AI. This time around, the new feature is called 'Daily Listen' and it has the potential to be a massively-used feature that I think I could see myself taking advantage of … [Read more...] about Google’s ‘Daily Listen’ merges your Discover feed with NotebookLM’s podcast style
