New Delhi: Google has introduced its Gemini Live voice chat feature to all Android users, enabling two-way voice conversations with its Gemini AI chatbot. Initially available only for Gemini Advanced users with a Google One AI Premium subscription, this feature can now be accessed by all Android users, though some advanced options remain exclusive to paid subscribers.
Basic Version for Free Users
While Gemini Live is now open to everyone, the free tier offers only the basic version. Users in the free tier won’t have access to the ten different voices that paid users can choose from.
To use Gemini Live on Android users simply need to update their Gemini app. Once done, they will notice a new waveform icon next to the microphone and camera icons at the bottom right of the screen. Tapping this icon will enable Gemini Live which will enable users to engage with its AI.
The full-screen interface looks similar to a phone call, featuring a sound wave pattern along with hold and end buttons. Users can press the hold button to interrupt the AI, ask new questions, or redirect the conversation.
Comparison with ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode
While Gemini Live offers smooth and natural voice interactions, it lacks the emotional depth and expressive reactions seen in ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode.
How to Use Gemini Live
- Download and install the Gemini app from the Google Play Store.
- Open the app and look for the waveform icon at the bottom right.
- Tap on the icon and agree to the terms and conditions.
- Start chatting with the AI using your voice!
Google has officially announced that Gemini Live is now available for all users with the Gemini app installed on Android devices, earlier the feature was initially launched with the Pixel 9 series and is now rolling out in English with support for ten different voices as well.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter) yesterday on October 1, Google mentioned, “Live is now available for all Gemini users in English on the Android app. We can’t wait for you to try it.”
What is Gemini Live?
Gemini Live is an AI-powered voice assistant that allows users to interact with it through natural conversations, similar to how Iron Man communicates with his assistants JARVIS and Friday. It’s like having a personal assistant on your phone, ready to chat in real-time.
Steps to Use Gemini Live on Android:
- Update your Gemini app from the Google Play Store.
- Open the app on your Android phone.
- Tap the “Live” button in the bottom-right corner.
- Start talking! You can ask questions, brainstorm ideas, or just have a chat.
Gemini Live offers 10 different voices, including Nova, Ursa, Vega, Pegasus, Orbit, Lyra, Orion, Dipper, Eclipse, and Capella.
