At this year’s Made by Google event, the tech giant showcased an impressive lineup of hardware, including new Pixel smartphones, earbuds, and smartwatches. However, the true star of the show was undoubtedly the Gemini AI model, which played a central role in nearly every new feature unveiled.

Here, we delve into the most notable, intriguing, and unique ways Gemini is set to shape the future of Google’s mobile offerings.

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One of the most significant introductions was Gemini Live, which breathes new life into the AI assistant, making interactions feel more human. Unlike traditional AI assistants, Gemini Live allows for casual conversations without formal commands, enabling users to interrupt and redirect responses effortlessly. With ten new voice options and an enhanced speech engine, Gemini Live offers an experience akin to speaking with a friend or personal assistant.

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The new Pixel 9 smartphone series features Pixel Screenshots, a deceptively simple yet powerful tool. Leveraging the Gemini Nano AI model, this native app automatically transforms your photos into a searchable database. The AI processes images in a human-like manner, making it easy to find and organize pictures based on their content.

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Google is positioning itself at the forefront of the AI image generation market with Pixel Studio. This app utilizes the Gemini Nano AI model on the smartphone, alongside cloud models like Imagen 3, to create images more rapidly than traditional web portals. Users can choose from various styles, although the app notably avoids generating human faces, likely to sidestep earlier controversies.

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Another innovative feature introduced is Add Me, which uses AI to create seamless group photos, including the photographer. After taking the initial shot, the photographer swaps places with another person, and the AI guides the new photographer to capture a second shot. The AI then merges the two images into a single, cohesive group photo.

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Among the most practical applications of Gemini AI is the Pixel Weather app. This app uses the Gemini Nano model to generate customized weather reports tailored to the user’s preferences, simplifying personalization in subtle but meaningful ways.

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The event also highlighted several other AI-powered features:

• Android users can overlay Gemini on their screens to ask questions about visible content.
• The Research with Gemini tool offers tailored research reports for academic settings.
• The upcoming Circle to Search feature will enable Android phones to share findings seamlessly.

Google has demonstrated that Gemini AI is not merely a supporting technology but a central component of its mobile future, enhancing user experiences across a range of applications.