Google Unveils New Gemini 2.0 AI Agents: Astra, Mariner, and More
Project Astra: Your Universal AI Assistant
Google's Project Astra, an AI agent designed for everyday life, has received significant upgrades with Gemini 2.0. Key improvements include enhanced multilingual conversations, better tool integration with Google Search, Lens, and Maps, improved memory spanning past conversations, and reduced latency for more natural interactions. Currently in testing, Astra is accessible through a dedicated Android app and prototype glasses. It will eventually be integrated into the Gemini app. For more on AI advancements, see Gemini Advanced's "Deep Research" Feature.
Project Mariner: Your AI Web Navigator
Project Mariner is a new AI agent that can browse the web on your behalf, performing tasks by interacting with web elements like text, images, and forms. Available as a Chrome extension, Mariner has achieved state-of-the-art results in web task benchmarks. Safety features include restricting actions to the active tab and requiring user confirmation for sensitive actions. This development aligns with broader trends in AI-driven web browsing. See Gemini UI Refresh: Web and Android Updates for related information.
Gemini 2.0 for Games and Coding
Beyond Astra and Mariner, Google is exploring Gemini 2.0 in gaming and coding. A "virtual gaming companion" can analyze mobile game screens and offer real-time suggestions. Another agent, Jules, integrates with GitHub workflows to assist developers. These projects highlight the diverse applications of Gemini 2.0. For insights into other AI applications, check out AI-Generated Voices Used in Russian Disinformation Campaign.