The most intriguing feature of Gemini is now available for free to all Android users.

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      Among the many features that Google’s highly anticipated Gemini AI includes, one of the most thrilling aspects is the screen sharing and camera access for brainstorming and identifying objects. Initially exclusive to Pixel devices, Google has now announced that this feature will be available for all Android users free of charge through the Gemini app.

      Our team tested the camera capabilities of Gemini and found them to be "remarkable"—you can direct your camera at an object or scene, allow Gemini to access your camera, and receive information about what you're viewing from your assistant. If you point your camera at a painting, Gemini will provide details about it in text or voice format. Show it a page from a book, and it will recognize the text and summarize the book’s main points for you. Take a picture of a sketch you've made, and it will offer guidance and suggestions.

      Additionally, you can share anything currently displayed on your screen, such as an app or a website, and request help with tasks like summarizing content, brainstorming ideas, or conducting further research on a subject. Within the Gemini app, there’s a "Share screen with Live" button that activates the screen sharing feature, allowing you to engage with Gemini about whatever is visible on your screen or in front of your camera.

      This is one of Gemini’s standout features, and Pixel users have been testing it and reporting impressive outcomes. It was originally speculated that Google might extend this feature beyond Pixel devices, a possibility that was officially confirmed today.

      “We’ve received fantastic feedback on Gemini Live with camera and screen share, so we’ve decided to make it available to more users,” Google announced on X. “Beginning today and rolling out over the coming weeks, we’re making it available to all @Android users with the Gemini app. Enjoy!”

      Previously, using Gemini required a Gemini Advanced subscription, part of the $20/month Google One AI Premium plan. However, Google has confirmed to 9to5Google that a subscription is no longer necessary, making it accessible for free to all Android users.

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      How frequently do you take screenshots of exciting travel destinations from blogs and TikTok videos but forget about them entirely while organizing your next getaway? If the answer is "a lot," you’re not alone. The overwhelming amount of information available makes it hard to remember a captivating location in another part of the world. Fortunately, the new Gemini AI features in Google Maps can help ensure your interesting finds don’t get lost under countless screenshots on your phone.

      After gaining Gemini's capabilities to assist in discovering locations, Google Maps is also acquiring a feature that can sift through your screenshots to help you plan your travels. The Maps app will introduce a new "screenshot list" feature that identifies text in your screenshots and provides details on Google Maps. Google's blog post further mentions that you can compile useful places into a list, which can be shared with others traveling with you.

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      Google Gemini’s image toolset might be adding a significant new feature

      Google Gemini is continuously improving its capabilities. One area that may see upcoming enhancements is the function that allows users to import images. Currently, Gemini only permits users to import a single image or file at a time to provide context for search queries. If users attempt to add another file, they must replace the existing one, with no option for multiple uploads.

      According to Android Authority, Google is working on an upgrade to this capability. Users may soon have the ability to upload multiple images to Gemini at once.