Google Unveils "Human-like" Gemini AI and Project Astra at I/O; OpenAI Debuts GPT-4o

May 16, 2024
Google Unveils "Human-like" Gemini AI and Project Astra at I/O; OpenAI Debuts GPT-4o
  • Alphabet 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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