New Delhi: Google has started rolling out two latest updates to the Gemini application that enhance how users work with images and verify AI-generated content. One update allows users to prompt Gemini by drawing directly on images, eliminating the need to explain every detail in text. Google is also extending its SynthID to videos, making it possible to check whether a video or its audio was created or edited using Google AI. The first upgrade focuses on image prompting and reduces the need for long written instructions. When an image is added to the prompt box and tapped, the latest markup editor opens, letting the users draw, highlight or point to specific areas they want Gemini to focus on.
This means to make it easier to explain what needs to be edited or analysed without relying entirely on written prompts. Google has also stated that the traditional text prompts are still supported for those who prefer them. The Nano Banana feature is rolling out on Android, iOS and the web. Users will see a short introduction when they upload an image for the first time. Google is also expanding its content transparency tools by adding SynthID verification for videos. The feature will allow users to check whether the video was created or edited using Google AI directly within the application.
Users need to upload a video and ask a question. Gemini then scans the file for Google’s imperceptible SynthID watermark across both audio and visual elements. Based on the scan, Gemini offers a response explaining where AI-generated content is detected, including specific timestamps if applicable. It may flag SynthID in part of the audio while confirming that the visuals were not AI-generated. Uploaded videos can be up to 100MB in size and 90 seconds long. The feature is now available across all languages and countries supported by the Gemini application.
