Google Assistant Gets Gemini Upgrade on Smart Speakers and Displays
Google is rolling out its Gemini large language models to enhance the Assistant experience on Nest smart speakers and displays. This update introduces richer responses, new voices, and improved conversational abilities.
Some users are noticing different voices for various commands. Basic queries use the previously set voice, while more conversational interactions trigger a new Gemini-powered voice. This new voice is warmer, better paced, and designed for extended back-and-forth conversations. You can learn more about these advancements in ChatGPT's Name Glitch: A Curious Case of AI Behavior.
The enhanced Assistant provides concise summaries of complex topics and better understands pauses, multiple questions, and changes in user requests. This builds upon Google's ongoing efforts to improve its AI offerings, as seen with Tenstorrent raising $700M to develop AI chips.
While not all users have access yet, the Google Home app hints at the improved features, including richer responses, new voices, and better understanding. For more information on related tech developments, see AWS boosting data centers with liquid cooling and AI optimization.