Google expands Gemini Live to more German Android users, offering real conversations with AI
Google has made a significant leap forward with its AI technology through the Gemini platform. One of the standout features, Gemini Live, now offers a more dynamic experience than traditional tools like Google Assistant. What sets Gemini Live apart is its ability to engage in natural conversations with users, backed by a highly realistic-sounding voice that makes interactions feel more lifelike. This service is gaining traction, especially as more German Android users are getting access to it.
Gemini Live Rolls Out to German Users
While Gemini Live has been available for a few weeks, its distribution is now reaching a wider audience in Germany. It’s also expanding to neighboring regions like Austria, where uptake seems to be progressing smoothly. The app is available for free on Android devices and offers full functionality in the German language.
How to Access Gemini Live
Gemini Live is integrated into the Gemini app, identifiable by a new button located in the bottom right corner of the interface. Once activated, this “voice chat” feature allows users to have fluid, conversation-like exchanges with the AI. Google describes it as an opportunity to experience more natural dialogue, although the quality of the conversation can vary depending on the subject matter.
One of the strengths of Gemini Live is that it doesn’t prioritize specific users or devices during its rollout. However, access may still vary. For instance, some users with high-end devices like the Pixel 9 have yet to experience Gemini Live, although they may already have access to the updated Android app user interface. The release of Android 15 is also expected to bring significant improvements and possibly broaden access to the service.
Use Cases for Gemini Live
Here are some practical ways you can use Gemini Live:
- Get Career Advice: You can ask Gemini for suggestions on career paths that align with your skills or educational background. It can provide tailored advice based on the information you share.
- Plan Events: Whether it’s a birthday party or a family gathering, you can chat with Gemini to get recommendations for planning your event, from venue ideas to managing a guest list.
- Explore New Topics: Use Gemini Live to dive deep into areas of interest. You can ask it about historical events, scientific theories, or even rules of complex games like chess and mahjong. It’s a great tool to help expand your knowledge on various subjects.
- Discover Local Insights: If you’re curious about local culture, news, or regional interests, Gemini Live can offer insights tailored to your location or personal preferences.
The Future of AI Conversations
Gemini Live represents a new era of conversational AI, where the focus is not just on answering questions but also on creating a more engaging and interactive user experience. By making conversations feel more natural, Google is moving closer to integrating AI seamlessly into everyday life. With broader distribution underway, more users across Germany and beyond will be able to experience firsthand how AI can assist them in new and meaningful ways.
As Google continues to roll out Gemini Live and refine its capabilities, users can expect even more advanced features, making AI conversations as close to human interaction as possible. Keep an eye out for updates as Gemini Live continues to evolve, especially with the potential of Android 15 delivering the improvements that users are eagerly anticipating.
Google Wallet can now store digital versions of your US passport! This can be used for domestic travel security checks at TSA checkpoints if your state doesn’t offer a digital ID yet.
Here’s how to add your passport to Google Wallet:
- Open the Google Wallet app on your Android phone (version 9 or later).
- Tap “Add to Wallet” and then “ID” followed by “ID Pass.”
- Follow the steps to scan your passport information page and the security chip inside the back cover.
- Record a short video of yourself for verification.
Important things to remember:
- This digital passport isn’t a replacement for your physical passport, so always carry both when traveling.
- It currently only works for domestic travel within the US.
- If you lose your phone, you can remove the digital passport from your Google account.
Pixel phones get new features to improve battery health!
The latest update lets you set a charging limit of 80% to slow down battery degradation. There’s also a hidden feature called “bypass charging” that might be even more helpful.
What is bypass charging?
With bypass charging, when your battery reaches 80%, your phone will continue to use power directly from the charger instead of the battery. This reduces wear and tear on the battery, especially while gaming or using demanding apps.
Is bypass charging available on all Pixel phones?
It’s not entirely clear yet. The 80% charging limit works on many Pixel models, but bypass charging has only been confirmed on the Pixel 8 Pro so far. It likely works on Pixel 8, 8a, and the Pixel 9 series too, but Google hasn’t officially confirmed this.
Pixel Screenshots get smarter!
The latest update for Pixel Screenshots on Pixel 9 phones integrates with Gboard. Now, when you take a screenshot that includes a movie, song, or product, Pixel Screenshots remembers that information.
How does this help?
For example, if you screenshot a song title and then open a music app, Gboard might autofill the song name for you. This feature is called “proactive recall.”
Other Pixel Screenshots updates:
- The image viewer now suggests more search terms based on your screenshots.
- The app automatically categorizes your screenshots (this might take some time).
- You can easily save a specific part of a screenshot with “Circle to Search.”
This update also brings new features to Gboard, including a sticker pack and the ability to browse Emoji Kitchen combinations.
Gemini Gets a Mini Makeover:
- The website’s text field now looks like the mobile app.
- The Android app now shows your Gemini model type (like “1.5 Pro”).
40 New Templates for Google Docs:
- Google Docs has added new, modern templates for various uses like business proposals or meeting notes.
- These templates are designed to save you time by providing a starting point for your document.
- You can find them by going to File > New > From template gallery.
Customize Your Google Messages Profile:
- Google Messages now lets you easily edit your profile information, including name and picture.
- This helps people you message recognize you better.
More to Come:
- Google says to expect even more new Docs templates in the future.
- Google Messages’ profile feature is rolling out to everyone soon.
Some Pixel users who have updated to Android 15 QPR1 have noticed a strange visual bug. The update seems to be mixing up the light and dark themes for app icons.
For example, if your phone is set to light mode, you might see app icons appear in their dark mode versions. Conversely, if your phone is in dark mode, you might see light mode app icons. This can make the phone’s interface look inconsistent and a bit jarring.
This issue is particularly noticeable with themed icons, which are designed to match the system’s color scheme. However, due to this bug, they appear in the opposite color scheme, creating a visual mismatch.
While this is a minor bug, it can be quite annoying for users who prefer a consistent look and feel on their devices. Fortunately, Google is aware of the issue and is working on a fix. It’s likely that this bug will be addressed in a future update.
In the meantime, users will have to wait patiently for a resolution. While there’s no official workaround at the moment, some users have reported that switching between different accent colors and then reverting back to the original color scheme might temporarily fix the issue. However, this is not a guaranteed solution and may vary depending on the device and Android version.
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