Aside from the Pixel 9 series and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Google also announced software updates, with Gemini Live being among the main highlights. Available on Android phones for Gemini Advanced Subscribers, the best at to describe Gemini Advanced is that it is Google Assistant infused with AI.
The main principle of Gemini Advanced is to deliver “a mobile conversational experience that lets you have free-flowing conversations with Gemini”. In short, the feature is expected to make Gemini more conversational and intuitive.
How will that make a big difference compared to Google Assistant? Google describes it as “having a sidekick in your pocket,” where you can ask Gemini for help anytime. You can even ask questions while the app is working in the background or hile the phone is locked, making this AI-powered assistant work just like a regular phone call.
In its current iteration, Gemini Live is available in English, and can help you with various tasks. Google is working on a seamless integration for Gemini with extensions that will support Google apps like Keep, Taks, Utilities, and YouTube Music.
One example Google gave is when you’re hosting a dinner party: with Gemini Live, you can find that lasagna recipe that was sent to you in GMail, list down the ingredients you need to shop in Keep, and make a playlist for your friends to listen to.
