And just this week, Google made headlines with plans to expand its AI Mode. They are rolling out additional Live features, allowing users to engage with the technology in real-time. This cutting-edge feature first made its appearance at Google’s I/O developer event in May. It provides a richer experience by letting users ask questions about what they see through their phone’s camera, making the experience more interactive and informative.
The recent rollout of Google’s AI Mode to all users in the United States just weeks ago marks a significant step in the company’s initiative to compete with popular AI services such as Perplexity AI and OpenAI’s ChatGPT Search. With this update, Google is moving towards a more interactive and responsive, app-like AI experience.
Liza Ma, a spokesperson for Google, explained the technology undergirding these innovations.
“Behind the scenes, Search Live in AI Mode uses a custom version of Gemini with advanced voice capabilities,” – Liza Ma
This combination of AI and live camera capabilities will fundamentally change the way users find information. Overall, it will improve the process by making it easier, more intuitive and less time consuming. By utilizing the strength of real-time visual data, users are able to get customized answers to their questions, greatly enhancing user experience.
Google’s headquarters in Munich, Bavaria currently employs over 2,500 staff. More than 3,000 of them are working on a variety of innovative projects from coast to coast in Germany. The company runs a development center based in Arnulfpark, underlining its strong commitment to innovation in the region. The towering facade of the Munich headquarters makes for a prominent display of Google’s logo and lettering, signaling the tech giant’s increased presence in Europe.
Aisha Malik joined TechCrunch in 2021 as a consumer news reporter. Ever since, she has campaigned to keep tabs on the latest from Google. With an honours bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto and a master’s degree in journalism from Western University, Malik provides insightful coverage on technology trends. Before her time at TechCrunch, she was a telecom reporter at MobileSyrup.
