- Gemini users can now access the Deep Research AI agent for free. It’s powered by the new Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental model.
- The new Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental model also supports file uploads and Advanced users get access to a 1M context window.
- Custom Gemini Gems are also available to free users. And the new ‘Personalization’ feature connects your search history to Gemini.
Google is absolutely back in the AI race. After releasing the phenomenal Gemini 2.0 Flash Experimental model with native image generation capability, Google has now made the Deep Research agent free for all users. In case, you are unaware, Deep Research browses the web and examines all the information to generate a comprehensive report within minutes. It’s just like ChatGPT’s Deep Research agent.
Next, Gemini Gems which lets you create custom Gemini chatbots, is now available to free users as well. Just like custom GPTs for ChatGPT , you can create a personalized AI chatbot for your need. You can set a custom instruction and upload your local files too.
After that, Google has brought a new feature called ‘personalization’ to Gemini. It’s powered by the Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental model. With personalization turned on, Gemini can connect to your Google apps and services to deliver personalized responses. Currently, Gemini can access your Google search history to find your preference based on your search history. This feature is also available to free users.
Finally, to make Gemini more personalized, Google is bringing deep integration with apps. You can now connect Calendar, Notes, Tasks, and Google Photos to Gemini. You can use these apps with the Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental model. Basically, you will be able to perform multiple actions with Gemini on your Android smartphone.
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- Apple and Google have officially confirmed their team-up for the next-gen Siri AI.
- The Cupertino Giant will be using Google’s Gemini for a more personalized Siri model as well as Apple Intelligence features.
- We can expect the next-gen Siri to come out with iOS 26.4, sometime in March or April.
Apple has officially confirmed joining forces with Google to use its Gemini AI model to power the next-generation Siri. It will offer a more personalized experience and will be coming out with the iOS 26.4 update. Apple also plans to leverage Gemini’s capabilities for other Apple Intelligence features as well, later down the line.
The Next-Gen Siri will be powered by Google’s Gemini AI
Apple officially confirmed that it will be partnering with Google in a statement to CNBC . Here’s what it stated, “After careful evaluation, we determined that Google’s technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models, and we’re excited about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for our users.”
Later, Google also shared a post on X confirming the tie-up, “Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology. These models will help power future Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized Siri coming this year.”
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Both statements clearly mention that the Cupertino Giant will be using Gemini to power its assistant Siri. This was already rumored, as Apple’s attempts to acquire Perplexity went nowhere. With Gemini, Siri will get a major AI update . It will be able to handle more nuanced conversations and provide better results. Something long-time Apple users have been asking for years.
The next-gen Siri will arrive with the iOS 26.4 update, which will launch sometime in March or April. And it is only going to be available for Apple Intelligence-supported devices .
Something else worth noting is how Google’s statement mentions that Gemini will power Apple Intelligence features. This leads us to believe that Apple could use Gemini’s multi-modal capabilities for its Writings tools , Image Playground , and Message summaries, too.
Elon Musk Not Happy With Apple and Google Tie Up
xAI CEO Elon Musk also responded to Google’s announcement post on X, sharing his thoughts on the matter by saying, “This seems like an unreasonable concentration of power for Google, given that they also have Android and Chrome.” Though we don’t expect either Apple or Google to respond to Elon, we will update the situation as it progresses.
It is worth noting that xAI is the company behind Grok, which is in hot water currently due to its inappropriate image generation fiasco , and has been getting backlash from multiple news outlets, X users, and even government authorities.
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