In a recent update, Google has introduced new generative AI capabilities to its Maps platform, along with notable enhancements for Bard. One significant upgrade is the integration of Gemini Pro, Google’s latest multimodal AI model, into Bard across all available languages and regions.
Previously limited to the English language, the integration of Gemini Pro brings advanced capabilities to Bard, spanning comprehension, reasoning, summarization, and coding. This expansion ensures a more inclusive and enriched experience for Bard users globally.
A standout feature in this update is Bard’s newfound ability to generate images, a service now available in English and accessible in “most countries around the world.” What sets this feature apart is its cost-free availability to users. The image generation capability is powered by Google’s cutting-edge Imagen 2 model, striking a balance between quality and speed to deliver high-quality and photorealistic results.
Utilizing Bard’s image generation is as simple as providing a brief description. Upon receiving the input, Bard generates custom and diverse visuals to illustrate the idea. To maintain transparency, Bard utilizes SynthID to embed digitally identifiable watermarks within the pixels of generated images, indicating their AI-generated nature.
A noteworthy addition for users is the ability to cross-reference Bard’s responses with Google search results in over 40 languages. By clicking on the G icon, users can assess whether there is web content that validates Bard’s response. This feature enhances user engagement, providing highlighted phrases and the opportunity to explore additional details related to corroborating or conflicting information uncovered through Google search.
Overall, these updates to Bard showcase Google’s commitment to advancing AI capabilities and providing users with enhanced features, including free AI image generation and improved cross-referencing with Google search results. These additions aim to make AI more accessible and useful to a global audience.
