Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 05/10 – Google I/O
May 10, 2023
Exciting innovations were unveiled at Google I/O, including a new Magic Editor in Google Photos powered by AI. Sundar discussed the impressive capabilities of the latest large language model, PaLM 2, designed for smarter reasoning and coding. An automated email writing feature was introduced for Gmail, enhancing productivity. The new Pixel 7a smartphone stands out for its sleek design and affordability, while the Pixel Tablet and Pixel Fold showcase Google's advancements in mobile technology and design compared to competitors.
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Magic Editor Example
- Google Photos' Magic Editor uses AI for complex edits.
- It can reposition subjects and generate missing content, like balloons cropped out of a photo.
Help Me Write Example
- Gmail's "Help Me Write" generates email drafts for you.
- It can write a refund request email and adjust its tone based on prompts like "make it more persuasive."
AI-First Search
- Google's AI search provides summaries with corroborating links.
- Traditional links are pushed down, prioritizing an AI-driven snapshot.