Google kills Bard a year after its launch and boosts Gemini Advanced with Ultra 1.0 LLM

Bard becomes Gemini, which gets a new app on Android and iOS

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Published onFebruary 9, 2024

published onFebruary 9, 2024

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Right afterMicrosoft redesigned Copilot, Google is doing the same to Bard a year after its release, but they’ve killed the brand instead. Bard has been replaced by Gemini, thatalready got three new versionsin December, last year.

According toGoogle’s press release, Gemini will integrate with all Google products, walking on Copilot’s footsteps.

Bard is replaced by Gemini and gets a new mobile app

You can already chat withGeminiin your browser, and it’s enhanced with the Pro 1.0 model, but now, Gemini is getting its own mobileapp on AndroidandiOS devices.

Google also launched a new app called Gemini Advanced, embedded with the latest Ultra 1.0 LLM, which is allegedly a lot smarter:

With our Ultra 1.0 model, Gemini Advanced is far more capable at highly complex tasks like coding, logical reasoning, following nuanced instructions and collaborating on creative projects. Gemini Advanced not only allows you to have longer, more detailed conversations; it also better understands the context from your previous prompts.

You can also upgrade Gemini at any moment with Gemini Advanced, which is available for 2 monthtwos for free. Then, the subscription will cost you $19.99/month, exactly as Microsoft’s Copilot Pro.

With a Google One subscription and Gemini Advanced, you’ll also get access to the AI features in Gmail, Docs, 2 TB storage, and a lot more that Google hasn’t disclosed yet.

How do I use Gemini on Android?

According to Google’s release, you will be able to launch Gemini on Android exactly as you did to activate Google Assistant. Just long tap the power button, swipe from the corner or just sayHey Googleon compatible phones.

How do I use Gemini on iOS?

Gemini will appear soon within the Google app by taping in the Gemini toggle. You will get the same capabilities although it’s a tap further than on Android devices.

Gemini and Gemini Advanced just started rolling out so have a little patience if you didn’t get it yet. We also remind you that the new app is available in 150 countries and in English.

What do you think about the new Gemini app and Gemini Advanced? Let’s talk about that in the comments section below.

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With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier

Google kills Bard a year after its launch and boosts Gemini Advanced with Ultra 1.0 LLM

Bard is replaced by Gemini and gets a new mobile app

How do I use Gemini on Android?

How do I use Gemini on iOS?