Google launches Gemini Chatbot service in India, other South Asian nations

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
According to Google's support page, Gemini in Messages currently supports languages such as French in Canada and English in various
countries
(Photo: Reuters)2 min read Last Updated Jun 19 2024 | 5:08 PM IST Tech giant Google has announced the global expansion of its Gemini
service, making the app and Gemini Advanced available in India, along with Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Turkey. This announcement
marks a significant step in Google's efforts to broaden the reach of its chatbot technology beyond select markets, as per reports by GSM
Arena. Initially introduced for select Pixel and Samsung Galaxy smartphones, the Gemini chatbot for Messages is now accessible on a wider
range of devices, specifically those with 6 GB of RAM or higher. This expansion aims to democratize access to Google's AI-powered
chatbot, which aids users in crafting messages, brainstorming ideas, and more. According to Google's support page, Gemini in Messages
currently supports languages such as French in Canada and English in various countries. Despite its availability in over 165 regions
globally, the platform notably excludes European Union countries at present. Google has assured users of its commitment to expand Gemini's
availability to more languages and regions in the future. In a statement obtained by GSM Arena, Google expressed particular enthusiasm
about launching Gemini in India, citing the country's vibrant mobile-first culture. The service supports English and nine Indian
languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu, catering to a diverse user
base. Google also introduced Gemini Advanced, powered by 1.5 Pro technology, which enhances the chatbot's capabilities with a 1-million
token context window, document uploads, and data analysis features. This advanced version is poised to further streamline communication and
productivity for users leveraging AI-driven assistance.(Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business
Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)First Published: Jun 19 2024 | 5:08 PMIST