Google has officially rolled out Gemini, a groundbreaking generative artificial intelligence model, despite recent speculations about a delay in its release. Positioned as the tech giant’s most formidable AI creation, Gemini boasts unparalleled multimodal reasoning capabilities and comes optimized for three distinct use cases – Ultra, Pro, and Nano – offering versatility from data centers to mobile devices.
The Gemini model is being integrated into Bard, Google’s AI assistant, through a two-phase launch strategy. Commencing on December 6, Bard will harness a specially tailored version of Gemini Pro in English, catering to advanced reasoning, planning, and understanding. Google’s roadmap includes the introduction of an Advanced Bard version in early 2024, ushering in more advanced models and features, starting with Gemini Ultra.
Before opening Gemini Pro to the public, Google rigorously tested the model in industry-standard assessments. Impressively, Gemini Pro outshone its predecessor, GPT-3.5, in six out of eight tests. Google fine-tuned Gemini Pro in Bard to excel in comprehension, generalization, reasoning, coding, and planning. A demonstration showcases Bard with Gemini Pro crafting the most intricate paper airplane ever seen.
Users can now employ Bard with Gemini Pro for textual cues, with support for other modalities on the horizon. Initially launched in English across 170 countries (including Ukraine), Gemini will soon cater to global audiences in multiple languages, especially across Europe.
The pinnacle of Google’s AI prowess, Gemini Ultra, is slated for an early 2024 release. Engineered for ultra-complex tasks, Gemini Ultra swiftly comprehends and responds to diverse information types, including text, image, audio, video, and code. Security checks for Gemini Ultra in Bard Advanced are underway, with a testing program involving trusted users scheduled to kick off soon. The broader launch of Bard Advanced is anticipated in the early months of next year, heralding a new era of AI capabilities for users worldwide.