Gemini AI is a language model introduced by Google on December 13, 2023. It was designed to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT. It has now replaced Google's Bard chatbot and is described as a smarter and better app that serves both as a talking digital assistant and a conversational chatbot. It responds to voice and text requests, performing tasks such as answering questions, writing poetry, generating images, drafting emails, and more.
What's added or changed from Bard?
They have introduced a paid subscription model that brings advanced capabilities along with a few additional storage features, It is a direct competitor to chatGPT Plus 4.0 which is at the moment offering a $20/month subscription for an advanced AI model.
Gemini Advanced is the premium version of Gemini, featuring the powerful Gemini Ultra 1.0 AI model. It is designed to perform advanced tasks such as coding and tailored tutoring, creating lesson plans, or sample quizzes. It is described as "far more capable at reasoning" than its predecessors. Gemini Advanced is available through a subscription plan as part of Google One, a bundled offering that includes extra storage on Google apps.
Bard was Google's previous chatbot introduced in February 2023 to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT. After the success of ChatGPT, Google underwent a fast-evolving AI strategy, prompting the rebranding of Bard to Gemini. The transition includes various changes, such as the launch of the Gemini web app and the introduction of Gemini Advanced. Google has merged its research labs, Google Brain and DeepMind, to drive AI product development forward.
The Gemini Ultra 1.0 AI model is positioned as the most powerful version of Gemini by Google, targeting highly complex tasks. The naming transition from Bard to Gemini is part of Google's commitment to simplifying and enhancing AI interactions. Bard was earlier meant for testing and understanding user usage patterns and research, kind of a experiment to launch Gemini AI.
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Why Gemini, especially when we have chatGPT Plus and BingAI?
Google's Gemini Advanced, promises enhanced capabilities and versatility. It can be used as a personal tutor, assist computer programmers with coding tasks, and even help job hunters prepare for interviews. The technology is described as "far more capable at reasoning," and the app is designed to deliver a seamless AI experience, integrating with popular Google apps like Gmail, Maps, and YouTube. The introduction of the Gemini for Android & iOS is intended to make the assistant more accessible on mobile devices, enhancing productivity and creativity and overall better capability on the Google ecosystem.
Both Google and OpenAI are competing in the AI language model space. Gemini seems to be positioned as a competitor to ChatGPT, and Gemini Advanced is highlighted as a premium service with advanced capabilities. Users interested in specific functionalities should compare the features and capabilities of both services to determine which meets their needs.
Benefits of Gemini:
Gemini Advanced is available as part of a $20 per month AI subscription plan on Google One, with a free two-month trial. The Google One Subscription, including Gemini Advanced, is reported to be nearing 100 million subscribers, highlighting Google's growing emphasis on subscriptions.
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As far as we know they are still testing it via their web app, restricted to a few countries for better support, and may release widely on other markets, with more compatibility and better support. As they are offering a 2-month free trial, it might have bugs and errors which they will solve during that period and slowly integrate into Android & iOS. The application might be rolled out in the next quarter or sooner.
Should you buy it? Our answer might be respective to our beliefs, the short answer is you can try the free trial allocated for 2 months and decide later whether to continue or not. As it is too early to comment. If you're using GApps like Gmail, Youtube, and Docs and need 2TB Storage then it's a no-brainer to go for Gemini Advanced, if not using the free version will suffice for most users.
Team:
Researched by Ridhi, Edited by Noor
Sources:
Google Blog, Analytics Vidhya, New York Times, Economic Times
