Gmail can turn ‘rough notes’ into a full draft with Gemini ‘Polish’
Google is updating Help me write in Gmail with a “Polish” draft feature on Android, iOS, and the web.
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You can now download the Gemini app on Android and Pixel Tablets [U]
Gemini is now available on the Pixel Tablet if you have the “app” installed. Notably, some of the Google Assistant experience is preserved.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Q&A in Gmail app enters wider testing, can Summarize single emails
As previewed at I/O 2024 in May, the Gemini Q&A panel is now more broadly available in Gmail for Android and iOS if you’re part of Workspace Labs. In essence, this is a more complete version of Gemini for your emails on mobile.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Advanced updated with latest 1.5 Pro model for improved reasoning
Last month, Google introduced Gemini 1.5 Flash to the free version of gemini.google.com. Gemini Advanced has now been updated with a “more capable version of Gemini 1.5 Pro.”
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Live & new voices rolling out on Pixel, SamsungÂ
As announced during Made by Google 2024, Gemini Live is rolling out and we’re seeing wider availability on Pixel and other Android phones today.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini can finally start Google Assistant Routines
In addition to all the developments yesterday, the Gemini mobile app now lets you trigger Google Assistant Routines on Android.
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The Gemini button in Google Messages has gotten worseÂ
Earlier this week, Google Messages more widely rolled out the ability to hide the Gemini button. That option came just in time as a new design — which may be a bug — for that FAB is a bit much.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 9 adds a touch of Gemini to the new boot screen [Video]
In another sign that we’re in the Gemini era, Google has added the AI sparkle to the boot screen of the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and 9 Pro Fold.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini is the default Pixel 9 assistant as Gemini Live starts rolling out on Android
The big AI feature for the Pixel 9 is a conversational experience called Gemini Live that allows for “free-flowing conversations” and requires an Advanced subscription. Google pitches it as being able to talk to an expert on any subject matter.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages now lets you hide the Gemini button
After rolling out at the end of last month, Google Messages on Android now lets you turn off the Gemini button.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle is working closer with Chinese OEMs to tailor the Gemini experience
Google I/O Connect China in Beijing showcases an emphasis on Google Gemini for Chinese manufacturers like Xiaomi and Oppo.
Expand Expanding Close‘Gemini on earbuds’ is ‘Your new AI assistant’
Work on bringing the Gemini assistant to more form factors beyond the web and phones continues with a new mention of “Gemini on earbuds.”Â
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages adds double FAB to promote Gemini [U]
Gemini in Google Messages exited beta at I/O 2024 last month and now features a double FAB design.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Drive PDF viewer adding Gemini side panel integration
In addition to Docs, Sheets, and Slides, the Gemini side panel is now coming to the Google Drive PDF viewer.Â
Expand Expanding CloseGemini’s free tier is now powered by 1.5 Flash
At I/O 2024, Gemini Advanced started using 1.5 Pro and Google is now upgrading the free version of Gemini with 1.5 Flash.Â
Expand Expanding CloseGemini now on X as ‘Google Gemini’ makes a rare brand appearance
Like other major Google apps, Gemini is now on social media, specifically X. The account sent out its first tweet this morning.
Expand Expanding CloseReport: Google wants Gemini smart glasses, looking to partner with Ray-Ban’s EssilorLuxottica
Google does not want to make its own XR headsets or glasses. Rather, it’s taking an Android OEM model, with Google now looking to partner with EssilorLuxottica, which is behind Ray-Bans, for Gemini smart glasses.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle teases 22 Pixel 9 Pro camera, Gemini, & other features [Video]
After revealing the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro Fold design, Google’s teasing continues today with features and “22 reasons you should say goodbye to your phone.”
Expand Expanding CloseGemini for Android is testing a new voice
At I/O 2024, Google said Gemini Live would offer ten natural-sounding voices instead of just the one we’re currently limited to, and testing appears to be underway.Â
Expand Expanding CloseHow to add a Google Gemini shortcut to your iPhone homescreen
Google’s Gemini has been available on iPhone for months now, but it’s not super easy to access since it’s hidden under a few clicks in the main Google app. Now, though, there’s a super easy way to access Gemini from your iPhone’s homescreen or using the Action Button.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle partners with Team USA & NBC to promote Gemini, AI Overviews at 2024 Olympics
With the Paris 2024 Olympics kicking off next week, Google today announced a partnership with Team USA and NBCUniversal to “spotlight helpful Google features” across broadcast, online, and social platforms.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini now answers ‘general questions’ when your Android phone is locked
After initially being limited to Google Assistant-level commands, activating Gemini on the Android lockscreen now lets you ask “general questions.”
Expand Expanding CloseNew ‘Data Commons’ Gemini Extension lets you ‘visualize data about complex topics’
Gemini today offers six first-party extensions and it’s now getting a seventh from Data Commons, which is a Google initiative that aims to organize “the world’s publicly available data and makes it more accessible and useful.”
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 9 Pro might come with 1-year of Gemini Advanced
With less than a month until Made by Google 2024, the latest leak suggests that the Pixel 9 Pro will come with 1-year of Gemini Advanced.
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