As of now, Google has introduced its new Gemini AI model. For those interested in trying it out for free, a version named Gemini Pro is accessible within the Bard chatbot. Additionally, users with a Pixel 8 Pro can experience a version of Gemini in AI-suggested text replies on WhatsApp, and it will be integrated with Gboard in the future.
It’s worth noting that only a text-based version of Gemini is currently available, but future releases are anticipated to include multimodal capabilities. This means that the chatbot will be able to process various forms of input and generate outputs in different ways, enhancing its versatility and functionality. The integration of Gemini into platforms like Bard, WhatsApp, and Gboard reflects Google’s ongoing efforts to advance AI technologies and improve user experiences.
Gemini is currently available exclusively in English, but Google plans to extend support for other languages in the near future. However, it’s important to note that, like some previous generative AI updates from Google, Gemini is not accessible in the European Union at the moment.
Despite the premium-sounding name, the Gemini Pro update for Bard is free to use. Users can access older AI models for free with ChatGPT, but a monthly subscription is required to access the latest model, GPT-4, through ChatGPT Plus, which costs $20. Google has not yet provided detailed information about future plans for Gemini, but it has teased the potential release of an enhanced model, Gemini Ultra, in 2024. This upgraded version may initially be integrated into an advanced chatbot called Bard Advanced, although no subscription plan has been announced. Google has introduced
To access Gemini Pro, users need a Google account. They can visit the Bard website in their browser, log in, and start using the Gemini Pro features. It’s important to mention that Google requires account creation to access Bard. Users with Google Workspace accounts may need to switch to their personal email accounts to try Gemini.
It’s crucial to bear in mind that the current implementation of Gemini is an experiment, and users may encounter software glitches in their chatbot responses. Bard’s strengths include integration with other Google services, such as summarizing daily messages by tagging @Gmail in prompts or exploring topics with videos by tagging @YouTube. While these integrations show potential, there are still ongoing efforts to address and improve any existing issues in the system.