Google Unveils "Human-like" Gemini AI and Project Astra at I/O; OpenAI Debuts GPT-4o
May 16, 2024Alphabet introduced updates to Gemini AI at the 2024 Google I/O, including Circle to Search for Android and Project Astra, an advanced AI assistant.
Project Astra boasts 'human-like' abilities such as advanced perception and cognitive functions, with a launch planned for later in the year.
Gemini AI's enhancements include broader context understanding and the ability to summarize PDFs and interact with various apps.
Gemini Nano, a simplified AI, will support multimodal functions and enhance scam detection on Android phones.
Both Google and OpenAI presented voice assistants capable of making video calls and responding to a range of queries.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai underscored the transformative potential of AI for creators, developers, and startups.
Google also launched Crick-it, a service delivering live cricket scores and statistics.
OpenAI revealed GPT-4o, which offers enhanced performance in processing text, images, and audio, extending advanced features to free users.
GPT-4o introduces real-time voice interaction, multimodal capabilities, and a Mac desktop app facilitating direct communication with ChatGPT.
The GPT Store has been made accessible to free users, featuring custom bots from ChatGPT Plus subscribers.
Google announced plans to integrate Gemini AI into Google TV, offering AI-driven content summaries, suggestions, and translations, though without a specific timeline.
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