Google's Gemini Archives

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December 18, 2024

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella: Google makes more money on Windows than all of Microsoft

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella revealed that Google now generates more revenue from Windows than Microsoft itself. He expressed nostalgia and frustration over the dominance of Chrome in the browser market, indicating a desire for Microsoft to reclaim its position. Nadella noted the challenges of an open Windows ecosystem, which allows competing AI tools to thrive, but remains optimistic about contesting for market share. He discussed the shift from traditional search to AI-driven agents and acknowledged Google's advantages in mobile distribution. Nadella also mentioned his long-standing ambition to secure a search deal with Apple, expressing delight at OpenAI's success in this area. He characterized the AI competition as "very competitive" but not a "winner take all" scenario, indicating Microsoft's commitment to innovation and competition.

AppWizard

December 17, 2024

You can now try out the latest Gemini 2.0 Flash model on your phone

Google's Gemini AI has integrated seamlessly into Android devices and Google Search, with the recent release of the Gemini 2.0 Flash model, which offers improved performance over the 1.5 Pro model. The Google app version 15.49.42 beta introduces a feature allowing users to select from different Gemini models on Android, including Gemini 1.5 Pro, Gemini 1.5 Flash, and Gemini 2.0 Flash Experimental. The 2.0 Flash Experimental model was initially unavailable but is now part of the testing options in version 15.50.37 beta. The "Experimental" label suggests potential instability, and users are advised to use the 1.5 Flash for routine inquiries and the 1.5 Pro for in-depth research. The rollout for stable branch users is expected soon.

AppWizard

December 6, 2024

How to change Gemini’s voice on Android

Google's Gemini assistant is becoming a key feature of Android 15, potentially replacing the traditional Google Assistant. It allows for conversational exchanges through Gemini Live and can analyze documents. Users can customize Gemini's voice within the Gemini app, which affects the voice used in Gemini Live and any applications that integrate with it, including Google Assistant. The Google Pixel 9 series is highlighted as the best device for utilizing Gemini, offering superior support for features like Gemini Nano and AI-enhanced capabilities.

AppWizard

December 5, 2024

Google App ‘AI Mode’ For Android Lets Users ‘Talk’ Directly to Search, Multimodal Capabilities Available

Google is developing an 'AI Mode' for its Search app on Android, allowing users to interact in a conversational manner. This feature, discovered in an APK teardown, will enable voice inputs and the submission of photos and videos, creating a more intuitive search experience. The AI Mode will be accessible through a dedicated tab represented by a 'wink' icon in the app. This development follows Google's earlier integration of generative AI into Search, including the Search Generative Experience and AI Overviews, which have been refined based on user feedback.

Winsage

November 19, 2024

Microsoft pitches AI ‘agents’ that can perform tasks on their own at Ignite 2024

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is set to share insights on the company's future in artificial intelligence at a gathering in Chicago. Developers are increasingly viewing the next generation of generative AI chatbots as "agents" that can perform various tasks for users, but high development and maintenance costs have raised concerns among investors about the benefits. Microsoft envisions a future where every organization will have a range of AI agents, from basic to fully autonomous systems, capable of tasks like managing customer returns and analyzing shipping invoices. At the Ignite conference, there is a focus on "agentic AI" as users face limitations with current large language models. However, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has criticized Microsoft's rebranding efforts, calling its Copilot service a "flop" due to inaccuracies and data security risks.

Winsage

October 16, 2024

This Windows app brings Apple Intelligence’s text tools to your PC

The "Writing Tools" app for Windows PCs is an AI writing assistant powered by Google's Gemini 1.5 Flash model, designed to enhance productivity and creativity across various applications. It supports writing in all applications, including those without built-in AI features, and offers functionalities such as translation, summary generation, table creation, key point extraction, customizable hotkeys, and a user-friendly interface. The app is free to use but requires an active internet connection. Future updates may include local model integration to address connectivity issues. The app is available for download on GitHub.

AppWizard

October 2, 2024

Gemini for Android gets direct image sharing into the app

Google's Gemini AI chatbot has been updated to simplify image sharing for Android users. With the new version (v1.0.668480831), users can now share images directly from various apps, including Google Photos, into the Gemini app, reducing the complexity of the previous method. This feature currently supports only images, with links and text sharing not available. The update is being gradually rolled out and aims to improve user experience by streamlining workflows and reducing the need for navigating through multiple steps. However, shared images currently open in the full Gemini app, which may disrupt the user experience for those who prefer the overlay interface.

AppWizard

September 19, 2024

Google’s Gemini Live Rolls Out for Free: How to Access the New Feature on Android – PUNE.NEWS

Gemini Live is now available for free on Android devices, previously requiring a subscription. The feature includes interactive speech capabilities, allowing users to interrupt the AI for a more conversational experience. The rollout is phased, meaning availability may vary among users, and there are no known methods to expedite access.

AppWizard

August 31, 2024

How to use the Pixel Screenshots app on the Google Pixel 9

The Pixel Screenshots app, exclusive to the Pixel 9 series, utilizes Google's Gemini Nano AI engine to enhance screenshot management. It automatically generates titles and summaries for screenshots, allowing users to easily add events to their calendars. The app includes a search feature that retrieves information from saved screenshots based on user queries. Users can categorize screenshots into custom lists and set reminders directly from the app. Access to the app is limited to the Pixel 9 series, as it is not compatible with older models.

AppWizard

August 28, 2024

Google adds AI summaries to its Files app in Android

The Files app in Android is set to introduce an AI feature that generates summaries of documents stored within the app, based on insights from the source code of an upcoming beta release. This feature aims to improve reliability and accuracy by summarizing user-generated documents, utilizing Google's Gemini Nano language model to scan text files and create concise descriptions. The processing is likely to occur on-device, allowing users to enable or disable the feature as desired. Currently, it is unclear if this capability will be available on non-Google Android smartphones, as it may be limited to Google’s Pixel devices.