At the recent Google I/O 2024 event, the tech giant unveiled an array of innovations set to revolutionize its products. One notable advancement is in video searches, where users can now capture a video and ask questions, enabling Google’s AI to provide relevant answers, building upon the capabilities of Google Lens.
Google’s AI, Gemini (previously known as Bard), is experiencing significant growth and enhancement. Gemini 1.5 Flash, a new model optimized for specific tasks, promises faster responses. Additionally, Gemini 1.5 Pro will integrate into various Google platforms, acting as a general assistant. Users will also have the ability to create custom chatbots called Gems, tailored to specific needs. Voice chat with Gemini will become more natural with Gemini Live, allowing interruptions mid-sentence for additional queries.
Whether you need a yoga bestie or calculus tutor, in the coming months you’ll be able to customize Gemini, saving time when you have specific ways you interact with Gemini again and again. We’re calling these Gems. #GoogleIO pic.twitter.com/YQOHsUbMWE
— Google (@Google) May 14, 2024
Project Astra is aimed at developing a personal AI assistant akin to Iron Man’s Jarvis, capable of understanding and responding to queries while utilizing camera input to assist users in various tasks.
Veo introduces its generative video model, similar to OpenAI’s Sora, which generates high-quality videos based on textual, visual, and video-based prompts.
Google is also bringing AI features to Android devices, including Gemini Nano AI, which helps users identify scam calls, and the ability to ask questions about videos directly on the smartphone screen.
Furthermore, Google Chrome on desktop will integrate Gemini Nano, providing users with an AI assistant for generating text and assisting with various tasks, such as social media content creation. These advancements signify Google’s commitment to harnessing AI to enhance user experiences across its product ecosystem.
