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AppWizard
May 16, 2025
Google is expanding its Gemini Nano AI model by introducing new ML Kit GenAI APIs, expected to be unveiled at the I/O 2025 event. These APIs will allow developers to integrate features such as text summarization, proofreading, rewriting, and image description generation into their applications. Gemini Nano operates on devices, enhancing privacy by processing data locally. The ML Kit GenAI APIs will support various languages and functionalities, including generating concise summaries, correcting grammar, transforming chat messages, and providing image descriptions. Unlike the experimental AI Edge SDK, the GenAI APIs will be in beta, allowing for broader device compatibility beyond the Pixel 9 series, including other Android devices. Public documentation for the ML Kit GenAI APIs is now available for developers.
AppWizard
April 24, 2025
In the April 2025 Workspace feature drop, Google introduced new AI tools across Gemini, Gmail, Slides, and Chat. Gemini gained two features similar to NotebookLM: Canvas and Audio Overviews. Gmail can now automatically detect event invites in emails and prompt users to add them to their Calendar with one click. Additionally, Gmail will offer Contextual Smart Replies for efficient communication. Google Slides received a new design sidebar for easier presentation creation, allowing users to explore templates and add elements without leaving their current slide. For enterprise users, a board tab in Chat will enable teams to pin messages, files, and links, and a new HubSpot app for Google Chat will enhance workflow efficiency. These features are now widely accessible as part of the April 2025 update.
AppWizard
December 26, 2024
In 2024, Made by Google released multiple updates for the Pixel phone, introducing new features and enhancing existing functionalities across six updates. - January Feature Drop: Launched with the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, it included the Pixel Thermometer app for forehead temperature readings, Circle to Search, and the rebranding of Quick Share from Nearby Share. - March Feature Drop: Introduced with Android 14 QPR2, it featured an expandable Bluetooth Quick Settings Tile, a Material You volume slider, new casting options, and a "Hello?" button for the Call Screen feature. The Pixel Tablet received the Gboard Voice Toolbar. - June Feature Drop: Marked by the early launch of the Pixel 8a, it introduced Audio Emoji, Display Port Support for external screens, Gemini Nano technology, and camera improvements for various Pixel models. The Android 14 QPR3 update focused on minor tweaks. - Pixel 9 Series Launch: Debuted alongside Android 14, backporting features from the Android 15 Beta. Introduced three new applications: Pixel Screenshots, Pixel Studio, and Pixel Weather, along with Gemini Live and on-device Call Notes. - Android 15/October Drop: Introduced Android 15 with a Private Space option, Predictive Back functionality, a redesigned screenshot interface, underwater photography capabilities for the Pixel 9 series, and an enhanced Adaptive Vibration feature. - December Drop: Included Android 15 QPR1 with a Material You redesign for Settings, charging optimization, enhancements to the Pixel Screenshots app, a clear voice feature for the Pixel Recorder, broader rollout of contextual replies for Gemini, and Dual Screen Portrait Mode for foldable devices. Google extended Android OS updates for the Pixel 6 and 7 series.
AppWizard
November 7, 2024
Google is enhancing the Call Screen feature in the Pixel Phone app with 'AI Replies.' This feature will allow users to respond to calls without answering, using AI-generated smart replies based on the caller's responses. Code strings related to AI Replies were discovered in the latest beta version of the Phone app, indicating that Google may utilize its Gemini Nano technology for this functionality. Users will have the option to enable or disable AI Replies. Details on how these AI responses will differ from current options and the timeline for public release are not yet available.
AppWizard
October 3, 2024
Google has made its Gemini Nano AI model accessible for all Android applications, allowing it to operate locally on devices without an internet connection. Devices like the Google Pixel 9 series and Galaxy S24 series support Gemini Nano, enabling integration into apps such as Pixel Recorder and Google Messages. Google is now providing all Android app developers access to the AI Edge SDK tool, which was previously part of a closed program, to explore Gemini Nano's capabilities. Developers can currently experiment with text-to-text prompts, with plans to support additional modalities like images in the future. They are encouraged to explore various use cases, including rephrasing, smart replies, proofreading, and summarization, while also customizing Gemini Nano’s responses for their applications.
AppWizard
October 2, 2024
Android developers can now experiment with Gemini Nano through the AI Edge SDK on the Pixel 9 series, using only text-to-text prompts for development purposes. Gemini Nano, which operates directly on devices without internet connectivity, was initially available on the Pixel 8 Pro and later on Samsung's Galaxy S24 series. Future iterations are expected to support various modalities and a wider range of devices. Developers can access Android AICore (Beta) via the Play Store. The Pixel 9 features a larger OLED display, enhanced performance, a bigger battery, improved camera capabilities, and a commitment to seven years of software updates.
AppWizard
October 2, 2024
AI is becoming a key focus in smartphones, with Google introducing Gemini Nano, an AI model that operates on-device without internet access, currently exclusive to Pixel 9 phones but set to expand. Developers can use Gemini Nano for tasks like summarization, rephrasing, proofreading, and smart replies, with multi-modal capabilities for images, voice, and videos coming soon. Google is emphasizing Gemini in its marketing for the Pixel, suggesting that applications will soon include intelligent features to enhance user experience. The integration of AI in smartphones is expected to grow, making it harder for users to avoid AI technologies. Additionally, Android 15 supports a 16 KB page size, which will improve functionality and performance in Android devices.
AppWizard
October 2, 2024
Google has opened access to its Gemini Nano model for all Android app developers, allowing them to integrate advanced AI functionalities into their applications. The AI Edge SDK, previously in closed preview, is now available, particularly for developers working with the Google Pixel 9. This toolkit facilitates the integration of features such as text rephrasing, smart replies, proofreading, and summarization. Gemini Nano operates on devices, enabling tasks like text summarization and image description without a network connection, ensuring user data privacy. Developers can explore text-to-text prompts and customize how Gemini Nano processes information for their apps.
AppWizard
May 25, 2024
ICQ, a pioneering instant messaging service known for its distinctive "uh-oh" alert sound, is set to close operations on June 26 after being acquired by VK in 2010. Despite efforts to modernize, ICQ's relevance declined, leading to its removal from mobile stores in 2022. From boasting a community of over 100 million users in the early 2000s, ICQ's user base had dwindled to approximately 11 million monthly users in 2022. Despite its impending closure, ICQ hinted at a possible return in a social media post.
AppWizard
May 15, 2024
Google has updated its Gemini artificial intelligence system to enhance Gmail functionalities, offering concise email summaries and smarter replies. Gemini 1.5 Pro will enhance the Workspace apps experience on the web. The updates will be available to Workspace Labs users in May and to all Gemini for Workspace customers and Google One AI Premium subscribers in June. Gemini will also offer a Q&A feature accessible via the Gmail sidebar on Android. The updates are expected to extend to businesses and consumers on desktop through Workspace add-ons and the Google One AI Premium tier. The "help me write" feature will soon support Spanish and Portuguese in addition to English.
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