Google's Gemini 2.0 AI Model: Twice as Fast, Powers Virtual Agents and Spatial Computing

Dec 12, 2024, 02:05 AM

Google has released Gemini 2.0, an advanced AI model designed to enhance the capabilities of virtual agents and improve user interaction across various platforms. The new model, which includes a version known as Gemini 2.0 Flash, is noted for its speed, being twice as fast as its predecessor, and its ability to handle multimodal inputs, including video, audio, and code execution. This release marks a significant step forward in Google's AI strategy, aiming to power the next generation of virtual agents with capabilities like deep research, real-time voice interaction, spatial reasoning, and support for spatial computing. Projects like Project Astra, Project Mariner, and the Multimodal Voice API are part of this initiative, alongside applications in AI Gaming, potentially revolutionizing how users interact with technology.