Google TV now integrates the company’s artificial intelligence from Gemini and allows viewers to entertain themselves with their smart TV devices. You can ask for show recommendations, get recaps of previous seasons, or even get help with homework and recipes, the company says. in a blog post on Monday.
Gemini for TV works in the same way as the AI assistant on mobile devices and tablets. Using conversational language, you can activate Gemini and ask various questions to the AI assistant. The same “Hey, Google” command activates Gemini.
Google’s blog says couples can ask twins to help them find a movie to watch, explaining that one person likes dramas while the other likes comedies. You can also ask for a recap of the final season of The Witcher, or just ask vague questions like “What new hospital drama is everyone talking about?” »
Gemini for TV is currently available on the TCL QM9K and will be available later this year on the Google TV Streamer, Walmart 4K Streamer, Hisense U7/U8/UX and 2025 TCL QM7K/QM8K/X11K TV models.
A Google representative did not immediately respond to a request for further comment.
Google’s turn to artificial intelligence
Gemini in Chrome is the latest in a long line of AI integrations from the internet search giant.
Google recently introduced Gemini to Chrome and provided YouTube creators with the Veo 3 AI video generation tool. The company is essentially transitioning from an online search company to an artificial intelligence company, although machine learning has been part of Google’s stack for years.
But Google’s move toward AI is problematic: Publishers are turning to AI to answer popular searches, celebrities are turning to deepfakes, and businesses are turning to AI. Flood the internet with more AI-generated content.
Despite the potential human and environmental costs of artificial intelligence, Google’s valuation has soared, making it the fourth company to go bankrupt. Market value of 3 trillion dollars. Wall Street generously rewards technology companies, viewing big tech and artificial intelligence as relatively safe investments at a time of continued market uncertainty, although some investors are beginning to do so. mad at AI hype.