Gemini Archives

AppWizard

May 21, 2025

New Google AI Pro and $249/month Ultra subscription announced at I/O

On May 20, Google launched two new artificial intelligence subscription plans: AI Pro and AI Ultra. The AI Ultra plan is currently only available in the United States but will expand to other regions soon. The AI Pro plan enhances the existing Gemini Advanced plan with features like Flow, a new AI filmmaking tool, and Notebook LM, offering higher rate limits and integrated capabilities across Google applications such as Gmail, Docs, and Vids. It provides up to 2 TB of storage for .99 per month, with a 50% discount for the first three months. The AI Ultra plan includes advanced models like Veo 3 and 2.5 Pro Deep Think, early access to experimental features, and a YouTube Premium subscription, along with 30 TB of storage. The Ultra plan also features Project Mariner and Agent Mode for streamlined task management.

AppWizard

May 21, 2025

Google says Gemini 2.5 models are only getting better with Deep Think and Flash

Google has announced enhancements to its Gemini 2.5 models, including the 2.5 Pro version and the new 2.5 Flash model, which improves speed and efficiency. The 2.5 Pro will include native audio output controls for developers to customize speech. Enhanced security measures will protect against malicious instructions and prompt injection attacks. Project Mariner's functionality will be integrated into Gemini and Vertex AI. Google is also introducing insightful summaries for developers to aid in debugging, along with cost control features through a "thinking budget." A generally available model will be released, and support for Model Context Protocol (MCP) will facilitate the integration of open-source tools into Gemini projects.

AppWizard

May 21, 2025

Gemini bursts into Google Chrome, making browsing as easy as a single click

Google Chrome will integrate Gemini on May 21, enhancing browsing for Google AI Ultra and AI Pro subscribers in the U.S. Users must have the latest version of Chrome with English as their preferred language. Gemini will assist users with tasks and navigate the web with minimal input, allowing commands like directing to specific sections of a website. Future updates will enable Gemini to work across multiple devices. Google aims for Gemini to execute tasks autonomously and develop it into a "World Model" by combining Project Mariner's multitasking with Project Astra's visualization capabilities.

AppWizard

May 21, 2025

Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1 starts rolling out with Material 3 Expressive

Google has begun the rollout of Android 16's first Beta, known as Android 16 QPR1 (BP31.250502.008), for enrolled users of the Pixel 6 series and newer devices, including Pixel tablets. This update features the new Material 3 Expressive UI, which enhances user experience with a focus on color, shape, size, motion, and containment. Notable features include Gemini's live notifications, improved screen recording, and a redesigned Settings app with color-coded icons. The update also includes bug fixes, performance optimizations, and August 2025 security patches. Users who have previously enrolled in the Android 16 Beta will receive this update automatically.

AppWizard

May 20, 2025

AI Mode levels up with new AI features, stealing Google Search’s spotlight

Google's advancements in AI Mode and Search include the rollout of a custom version of the Gemini 2.5 model, enabling users to pose complex queries. Project Astra introduces multimodal capabilities, allowing real-time conversations with Gemini using device cameras. The AI can process website elements and perform tasks like adding items to shopping carts or creating travel itineraries. Users can ask AI Mode to find specific tickets or activities tailored to their interests, with curated suggestions provided. AI Mode will enhance online shopping by integrating with the Shopping Graph, offering visually engaging product listings and a virtual "try-on" feature. Users can upload photos to experiment with outfits and track prices for products. The virtual try-on experience is being rolled out in Search Labs for U.S. users, with full availability of AI Mode in the U.S. starting today.

AppWizard

May 20, 2025

Google Workspaces gets supercharged with Gemini to help you work smarter

The latest Google I/O event introduced several AI-driven features across Google's products aimed at enhancing user experience and productivity. - Gmail will receive AI-powered personalized reply suggestions, inbox cleanup, and faster appointment scheduling through the new Gemini tool. - Google Meet will offer real-time speech translation in multiple languages for AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, starting with English and Spanish. - Google Vids will enable users to convert slides into videos, generate scripts, and refine recordings using AI, with features like AI avatars for video production. - Imagen 4 will enhance visual content creation in Slides, Vids, and Docs by generating richer images and accurate text rendering. - Google Docs will incorporate Gemini for source-grounded writing assistance, allowing users to link relevant data and documents directly within their writing.

AppWizard

May 20, 2025

Google I/O 2025 live coverage: Google AI Ultra, Project Mariner, Gemini app updates, and more

Woodward unveiled Canvas, a platform powered by Gemini, designed for collaborative creativity. It allows users to transform written reports into various formats such as web pages, infographics, quizzes, and podcasts in 45 languages. Canvas features "vibe coding," enabling interactive exchanges during application development, allowing users to share, modify, and remix content.

Winsage

May 19, 2025

ChatGPT’s Image Generator Is Now in Microsoft Copilot. Here’s What You Can Do With It

Microsoft has upgraded its Copilot AI assistant by integrating OpenAI's GPT-4o model, enhancing its image generation capabilities within Microsoft 365 applications like Word, Excel, and Outlook. Users can now create intricate visuals by describing their desired images. Copilot can draft documents, analyze data, create presentations, manage emails, and now generate high-quality, photorealistic images from text prompts. This feature allows for the creation and modification of custom graphics without external design software. The GPT-4o image generation capabilities were initially rolled out to enterprise users and are now available to the general public. This enhancement positions Microsoft Copilot ahead of other creative tools that use older DALL-E models, aiming to compete with industry leaders like OpenAI and Google Gemini.

AppWizard

May 19, 2025

The Gemini app lets you ‘Search History’ to rediscover past chats and info

Google has rolled out a "Search History" feature in its Gemini app, allowing users to rediscover past interactions through keywords and topics. This feature displays the original query alongside a preview of previous searches when viewing search results. Users can access the "Search History" page via the app's side panel by clicking the hamburger menu icon. Recent updates have improved personalization, enabling Gemini to retain user information such as dietary preferences and language choices, although participation in this memory function is optional. Users can disable personalized features to maintain control over their experience.

AppWizard

May 17, 2025

Google’s ML Kit GenAI APIs with Gemini Nano: On-Device AI for Privacy-Preserving Android Apps

Google announced on May 14, 2025, the expansion of its ML Kit offerings with new GenAI APIs powered by the Gemini Nano model, aimed at providing Android developers with access to advanced AI features while ensuring user privacy through on-device processing. The ML Kit GenAI APIs include four key capabilities: summarization, proofreading, rewriting, and image description. These APIs process data locally, keeping user data on the device, ensuring consistent functionality without internet connectivity, and avoiding recurring server costs. This development enhances the accessibility of sophisticated AI capabilities for Android developers and aligns with consumer privacy concerns. The architecture allows for future expansion of capabilities as Gemini models evolve.