Google's Gemini chatbot gets a memory, but only for paying AI subscribers
Gemini Advanced can now remember users' personal details and access them for later conversations. This feature is exclusive to Google's AI subscribers.
AI Chatbot with Memory Function
Google's AI chatbot Gemini has been enhanced with a memory function. This allows data and user preferences to be saved in the AI's memory, creating more personalized and tailored responses. Google touts these saved reminders as "more helpful and relevant". However, concerns around data privacy are also raised with this new feature.
Over a year ago, Google revealed its plans to introduce a memory function for personalized responses in the AI chatbot, formerly known as Bard. While Gemini could previously only retain information such as language, device, and location, it can now store conversation details, catching up with its competitors. Earlier this year, OpenAI introduced a memory feature for ChatGPT, enabling its AI chatbot to remember past interactions.
Gemini now has the capability to recall user preferences, like favorite foods, ensuring that recommendations remain tailored even weeks later. Users can specify what the AI should remember using phrases such as "Don't forget" or "Always mention". According to Google, users can manage these reminders, enabling them to delete stored information.
Data Privacy Concerns
Questions have been raised regarding Google's potential use of stored user memories to train its AI language models. Google has denied these claims, emphasizing that user information will not be shared or used for training purposes. This assurance aims to safeguard user privacy, especially as AI chatbots like ChatGPT have faced criticism for data exploitation in the past. Despite Google's statements, concerns about data protection and personalized advertising persist.
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This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical assistance and editorial review before publication.
