Google wants Gemini AI to be the star of every part of your life ...
Google has made it clear it wants to make its Gemini artificial intelligence assistant as much a part of your life as possible. Unfinished code newly discovered by Android Authority shows how upcoming Gemini extensions will serve that goal. The extensions integrate Gemini with various Google services, and there are at least six new extensions on the horizon.
Gemini Extensions
Gemini's extensions are designed to improve and streamline tasks while engaged with the platform. These extensions link first-party services, including Google Flights, Hotels, Maps, Workspace, YouTube, and YouTube Music, enabling Gemini to access real-time personal data for user requests.
Among the most noteworthy unannounced extensions is Google Home. Gemini essentially replaces Google Assistant by giving the AI direct control over smart home devices without having to ask Google Assistant first. The same goes for the Phone app extension seen in the code, allowing Gemini to manage phone call commands directly.
Upcoming Extensions
Three upcoming extensions - Google Calendar, Keep, and Tasks - are expected to integrate with Gemini to manage schedules, notes, and to-do lists. Google has not specified a rollout date for these extensions.
All of the current and future Gemini extensions fit with Google's goal of embedding Gemini throughout its ecosystem quickly. Google aims to position Gemini as a more efficient and versatile option compared to its competitors, such as Amazon's Alexa and Apple's Siri.
Smartphones will also have access to the new Utilities extension, letting Gemini adjust phone settings and mobile apps.
Competition and Future Outlook
Google's continuous upgrades to Gemini reflect the company's efforts to stay ahead in the AI assistant market. While Amazon and Apple are also enhancing their AI models, Google wants consumers to view Gemini as the top choice. By expanding Gemini's capabilities and integrations, Google hopes to compete effectively with rivals in the smart home and mobile device markets.
Overall, Google's push to make Gemini AI the central element of everyday tasks reflects the increasing importance of artificial intelligence in enhancing user experiences and simplifying everyday interactions.
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