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The company previously approached OpenAI and Anthropic for similar discussions about using their technology to power Siri, and reportedly, Google has begun training a model that could run on Apple’s servers. Apple is not expected to make a decision about whether to bring on a partner for the Siri revamp for another several weeks.
In Google’s new AI environmental impact research, these calculations were based on the company's average carbon intensity and water usage effectiveness across its portfolio.
Google claims in a new paper that an average Gemini AI prompt consumes only the energy of 9 seconds of TV time and 5 drops of water.
Commentary: Gemini for Home is a huge leap into conversational AI for all Nest users, and we've been waiting for serious improvements.
A new speaker teased in the Pixel showcase is apparently real, and can pair with the Google TV Streamer.
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Android Central on MSNGoogle exec's brief Gemini teaser foresees the AI in your car, TV, and home
Google's SVP of devices and services, Rick Osterloh, briefly teased that Gemini is headed to more places later this fall. Osterloh states users can expect Gemini in their "car, TV, smart speaker, and smart display in the home.
Apple is reportedly in talks with Google to use its Gemini AI models to overhaul Siri, as analysts criticize Tim Cook's AI strategy as a "disaster" and urge Apple to pursue acquisitions and partnerships to catch up with rivals.
The announcement comes from Google and the General Services Administration (GSA) and forms part of the OneGov Strategy for centralized IT procurement and Trump’s AI Action Plan. Gemini for Government will be valid until 2026 and builds on existing Google agreements with the US Government.