Google is testing a new feature called ‘brainstorm with Gemini’ on YouTube, allowing creators to generate video topic, title, and thumbnail ideas using Gemini AI. This feature is currently in a limited beta phase, with selected creators providing feedback to help shape its development. This marks YouTube’s second foray into AI assistance, following the launch of a content inspiration tool in May that provides video topic suggestions.
Google is retiring the Chromecast brand after 11 years and replacing it with a more powerful and expensive streaming device called the Google TV Streamer. This new device offers enhanced features including a faster processor, more RAM and storage, support for 4K at 60FPS, and integrated Google Gemini AI for personalized content recommendations and summaries. The Google TV Streamer is available for pre-order and will launch on September 24th for $99.99.
Google is unveiling new features for Google Assistant, Google Home, and Nest cameras powered by Gemini AI, promising a more natural and intuitive smart home experience. These include a more human-like Assistant voice, improved follow-up questions, automation creation using natural language, and advanced search capabilities for camera activity. While the features are still in the Public Preview phase, they show immense potential for a smarter and more user-friendly future.
Google has launched the Gemini AI sidebar for its Workspace suite, bringing AI assistance to Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive. The AI, powered by Gemini 1.5 Pro, offers proactive prompts, content generation, and analysis, making it a powerful tool for productivity. However, access is limited to paid Gemini subscribers, including Workplace, Education, and Google One AI Premium subscriptions.
Google has expanded the availability of its Gemini AI assistant app to Android users in the UK and Europe, with an iOS version coming soon. The app can be used on supported Android devices by switching from Google Assistant and enables users to get help with various tasks like fixing a flat tire or writing a thank-you note through text, voice, or image input. Currently compatible with devices like the Google Pixel 8 series, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, and Nothing Phone 2, the availability may vary by region.
Google I/O 2024 witnessed a series of significant announcements centered around advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, unveiled the latest developments surrounding the Gemini AI, highlighting its recent evolution and future potential. Among the major reveals was the introduction of Gemini 1.5 Pro, alongside its integration into Google Workspace tools such as Gmail and Google Meet.
Google is reportedly working on a significantly enhanced ‘Version 2’ of its Gemini Nano AI model, expected to debut before the launch of Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series in early 2025. This update will bolster Google’s on-device AI capabilities, likely bringing improvements to features such as on-device summarization and language processing.
