The Vergecast How Google is trying to make ambient computing work
May 11, 2022
Google is on a mission to create ambient computing, a seamless virtual assistant that works anywhere. With advancements in AI and conversational tech, they're pushing the envelope with features like gaze recognition on devices like the Nest Hub Max. The discussion touches on the integration of new products like Pixel 6a and Pixel Watch, all while navigating a tangled web of competition and regulatory challenges. Insights from key executives reveal an ambitious vision for the future of technology, emphasizing a cohesive user experience.
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Google's Cohesion Efforts
- Google is trying to unify its sprawling product ecosystem.
- They aim to create a coherent user experience across all their services.
Multisearch Explained
- Multisearch lets users combine image and text queries.
- This addresses the limitations of single-input searches.
LLMs at Google
- Google uses large language models (LLMs) like Transformers.
- LLMs improve language understanding and translation.