Add files when creating your Gems, plus 1 more change

Tuesday, 12 November 2024

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Written by AI from the official notes. Check them for exact details.

Gemini Advanced subscribers can now upload files when creating Gems, and Gemini is now available for teen students in Google Workspace for Education.

Why it matters: Gemini Advanced subscribers and educators should care for enhanced customization and access for students.

What: Gemini Advanced subscribers can now upload files when creating a Gem, equipping the Gem to provide more tailored and contextually relevant responses. Starting in English, this feature is available for Gemini Advanced subscribers via Google One and Google Workspace.
Why: Files serve as source material to help your Gems provide accurate and relevant responses. Referencing your files in your Gems can unlock a new level of customization, such as answering questions based on your files, assisting in content creation, or addressing business needs.

What: Google Workspace for Education users 13+ (or the applicable age in their country) can now access the Gemini app with added data protection. Education administrators manage access settings for these users via the Google Workspace Admin console.
Why: Google is committed to making AI helpful for everyone, in the classroom and beyond. We want to both prepare teens with the skills and tools they need to thrive in a future where GenAI exists and help them learn how this technology can be used to unlock creativity and facilitate learning. Gemini can provide guided support to help students learn more confidently with in-the-moment assistance, practice materials and real-time feedback and ideas.

Full release notes4 changes

What: Gemini Advanced subscribers can now upload files when creating a Gem, equipping the Gem to provide more tailored and contextually relevant responses. Starting in English, this feature is available for Gemini Advanced subscribers via Google One and Google Workspace.
Why: Files serve as source material to help your Gems provide accurate and relevant responses. Referencing your files in your Gems can unlock a new level of customization, such as answering questions based on your files, assisting in content creation, or addressing business needs.

What: Google Workspace for Education users 13+ (or the applicable age in their country) can now access the Gemini app with added data protection. Education administrators manage access settings for these users via the Google Workspace Admin console.
Why: Google is committed to making AI helpful for everyone, in the classroom and beyond. We want to both prepare teens with the skills and tools they need to thrive in a future where GenAI exists and help them learn how this technology can be used to unlock creativity and facilitate learning. Gemini can provide guided support to help students learn more confidently with in-the-moment assistance, practice materials and real-time feedback and ideas.