Google has announced a significant update to its Gemini AI assistant, enabling it to recall past conversations for more personalised interactions. This feature, available to subscribers of Gemini Advanced through Google One AI Premium, aims to enhance user experience by allowing seamless continuation of discussions without the need to recap previous chats.
Key Takeaways
Gemini AI can now remember past conversations, improving response accuracy.
Users can ask Gemini to summarise previous discussions or build upon ongoing projects.
The feature is currently available for Gemini Advanced subscribers and will expand to Google Workspace users soon.
Privacy controls allow users to manage their chat history effectively.
Enhanced Memory Feature
The new memory feature allows Gemini AI to retain context from previous conversations, making it easier for users to engage in ongoing discussions. This update eliminates the need for users to search for past threads or recap previous chats, as Gemini will already have the necessary context.
Users can now:
Ask Gemini to summarise previous conversations.
Continue discussions from where they left off.
Build upon existing projects with relevant information from past interactions.
Personalised Interactions
With the ability to recall past conversations, Gemini AI can provide more tailored responses based on user preferences and interests. This enhancement aligns Gemini with other AI chatbots, such as OpenAI's ChatGPT, which also offers memory features to improve user engagement.
Dave Citron, Google’s Senior Director of Product for the Gemini App, stated, "Whether you’re asking a question about something you’ve already discussed, or asking Gemini to summarise a previous conversation, Gemini now uses information from relevant chats to craft a response."
Privacy Controls
Google has addressed potential privacy concerns by implementing robust controls for users. Subscribers can:
Review and delete their chat history.
Set retention limits for stored conversations.
Disable the memory feature entirely through the settings menu.
This proactive approach to privacy is crucial, especially in light of past controversies surrounding AI memory features. Google assures users that they will be informed when Gemini references past conversations in its responses.
Future Expansion
Currently, the memory feature is exclusive to Gemini Advanced subscribers, but Google plans to roll it out to Google Workspace Business and Enterprise customers in the coming weeks. Additionally, the feature will be made available in multiple languages, broadening its accessibility to a wider audience.
As AI technology continues to evolve, features like those introduced in Gemini AI are paving the way for more intuitive and human-like interactions between users and machines. This update not only enhances user experience but also sets a new standard for AI assistants in the market.
Sources
Gemini Advanced can now recall your past conversations to inform its responses, Engadget.
Gemini AI can now recall past conversations | The Verge, The Verge.
