NotebookLM, Google's AI-powered research assistant, has been steadily leveling up since its debut. From global expansion to multimodal capabilities, it's getting better and better at helping you wrangle complex information. And now, Google has officially released a wild new feature that was teased … [Read more...] about You can now listen to your sources in an AI podcast form with NotebookLM
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Gemini Live is now free for all Android users and I hope Chromebooks are next
Google just made a major move in the AI voice assistant race, rolling out Gemini Live for free to all Android users. If you've been eyeing the impressive capabilities of this conversational AI but weren't ready to commit to the $20 monthly Gemini Advanced subscription, now's your chance to give it a … [Read more...] about Gemini Live is now free for all Android users and I hope Chromebooks are next
You can now ask Gemini questions about your inbox on Android too
A few months back, Google introduced Gemini's general availability in the Gmail side panel on the web, with the goal of helping people get more done when they are in their inbox. This AI-powered integration lets you summarize email threads, get suggested responses, and even ask questions to find … [Read more...] about You can now ask Gemini questions about your inbox on Android too
Gemini gets smarter with file uploads for more context and analysis
Gemini - Google AI's language model - just got even smarter. Thanks to a recent update, you can now directly upload files to Gemini chats to help add context, clarification, and deeper analysis to your work. This means Gemini can understand and process information from a wider range of sources, … [Read more...] about Gemini gets smarter with file uploads for more context and analysis
Gemini Live feels like magic, and I want it on my Chromebook
This week, I've been pretty blown away by Gemini Live. When I saw it debuted during the Made By Google event on Tuesday, I was very interested. But now that I've had it on my phone for a couple days, I'm far more impressed. While obviously not perfect, this new conversational ability for Gemini … [Read more...] about Gemini Live feels like magic, and I want it on my Chromebook
Gemini Live is already starting to arrive for Pixel and Samsung phones
Google's latest AI breakthrough is Gemini Live, and it is rolling out today on Pixel and other Android phones. Announced at Made by Google 2024 earlier this week, this feature lets you have free-flowing conversations with Gemini, making it even easier to explore complex topics, brainstorm ideas, or … [Read more...] about Gemini Live is already starting to arrive for Pixel and Samsung phones
If Gemini Live comes to smart speakers, I’ll actually use them again
Lately, it feels like the smarter AI chatbots have become, the more useless my smart speakers and smart displays are. I think it's been a double-edged sword that has caused such a sharp decline in usefulness, but it has most definitely been felt. On one hand, you simply have a resource gap. … [Read more...] about If Gemini Live comes to smart speakers, I’ll actually use them again
Google’s Gemini just got a massive upgrade today
Google has just announced a slew of new features for its AI assistant, Gemini, that promise to make it even more helpful and versatile. The updates focus on enhancing natural conversations, expanding app integrations, and improving the overall user experience. Paired up with all the new hardware … [Read more...] about Google’s Gemini just got a massive upgrade today
