Entries in Google Gemini (23)

Tuesday
Jul012025

Apple might tap OpenAI, Anthropic to power AI version of Siri

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Apple is reportedly considering outside help to run its artificial intelligence-powered version of Siri. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reported that the tech giant approached OpenAI and Anthropic to develop versions of their large language models for testing on its private cloud infrastructure, aiming to create an "LLM Siri."

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Wednesday
May212025

Google's Android XR wearable platform to get fashionable boost with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster

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Google is stepping up its smart glasses game with a focus on style, announcing partnerships with eyewear giants Warby Parker and Gentle Monster for its Android XR platform. The move revealed at the company's I/O developer conference signals a clear strategy to create smart glasses that consumers will actually want to wear, echoing the approach taken by Meta with its successful Ray-Ban smart glasses.

The collaborations highlight Google's commitment to aesthetics this time around. Warby Parker, known for its trendy and accessible eyewear, suggests a focus on versatile, everyday designs. Meanwhile, the partnership with Gentle Monster, a popular Korean brand favoured by celebrities and Gen Z for its bold and edgy styles, indicates that Android XR will also cater to more fashion-forward consumers.

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Sunday
May182025

Gemini's colours appear on Nest speakers, signalling potential assistant takeover

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Google's artificial assistant, Gemini, is starting to show its true colours on Nest smart speakers. Some Reddit users and 9to5Google report seeing a blue-and-purple gradient on their Nest Audio devices, replacing the usual white LEDs.

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Thursday
May082025

Google launches Gemini app for iPad

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Google brought its Gemini app to the iPad and is now available on the Apple App Store in countries where Gemini is available. The app supports the iPad's Split View so you can run a different app alongside it. Google launched a native Gemini app for the iPhone in November 2024.

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