Google Unveils Major Gemini App Upgrades at I/O 2025
Google introduces a suite of powerful new features for the Gemini app, including free visual AI assistance and advanced media generation tools. The update brings the assistant directly into the Chrome browser and offers free premium access for college students.
Google announces significant updates to the Gemini app at I/O 2025, making the AI assistant more personal and capable than ever. The company makes Gemini Live with camera and screen sharing completely free for all Android and iOS users, allowing people to point their phones at objects to receive real-time, spoken help with tasks like troubleshooting or shopping. Additionally, the new 2.5 Flash model becomes the default engine, delivering fast response times without sacrificing quality.
The updated Gemini app integrates powerful new media creation tools directly into the experience. Users now have access to Imagen 4, a state-of-the-art image generation model that produces high-quality visuals with improved text rendering. The app also includes Veo 3, an innovative video generation model that stands as the first in the world to natively generate synchronized sound effects, background noises, and character dialogue alongside video content.
Google expands Gemini's reach beyond the dedicated app by bringing the assistant directly into the Chrome browser for on-the-go web queries. Deep Research and Canvas receive massive updates to help users analyze information, create podcasts, and build software applications. Furthermore, Google introduces a new Google AI Ultra premium tier for power users, while offering college students in select countries a free year of the Google AI Pro plan along with new interactive quiz features.