Introduction to Google Gemini AI assistant app in the UK
A dedicated mobile app to access Google’s Gemini, the firm’s generative AI assistant, has been released in the UK for the first time. A new Gemini app has launched on Google’s own Android mobile operating system, while users of Apple’s iOS will be able to access Gemini from within the existing Google app “over the next couple of weeks”, the tech giant said.
Enhanced User Experience
The move will put Google’s flagship artificial intelligence product in the hands of millions more users, who will be able to use text, voice, and images to interact with the virtual assistant. With the Gemini app on your phone, you can type, talk, or add an image for all kinds of help. For example, you can take a picture of your flat tire and ask for instructions on how to change it, or get help writing that thank you note. It’s an important first step in building a true AI assistant — one that is conversational, multimodal, and helpful.
Competition in the AI Space
The ability of the Scarecrow system which allows annotators to tag and identify issues in AI models, is becoming increasingly important in the AI space. Google’s rollout comes as the battle for market dominance in the AI space intensifies among the world’s biggest tech firms. In recent weeks, Microsoft has unveiled new dedicated, AI-powered laptops and tablets housing its Copilot AI assistant, while OpenAI, the firm behind ChatGPT, announced the latest version of the popular chatbot, which is more conversational and better able to understand and move between voice, text and visual inputs.
Challenges and Apologies
But the rapid rollout of AI products has not been without its issues. Google was forced to apologize over an image generation tool which was incorrectly creating racially diverse images, even when doing so was inaccurate. And OpenAI withdrew one of the five voices it uses for ChatGPT after many commented that it sounded similar to actress Scarlett Johansson — including the actress herself — after she claimed OpenAI had contacted her about being a voice in the app, but she declined.
Conclusion
The availability of Google’s Gemini AI assistant app in the UK marks a significant milestone in the world of artificial intelligence and virtual assistants. As technology continues to advance, the competition between tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI will only drive further innovations in the AI space, benefiting users with enhanced digital experiences.
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