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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Google launches Gemini model for robots to run without internet connectivity
Google has launched a new Gemini model, which is specifically designed to run on robots without requiring internet connectivity. The tech giant describes the "Gemini Robotics On-Device" model as an efficient, on-device robotics model offering 'general-purpose dexterity' and faster task adaptation. This new version builds on the Gemini Robotics VLA (vision language action) model, which was introduced in March and brought Gemini 2.0's multimodal reasoning and real-world understanding to physical applications. By operating independently of a data network, the on-device model will support latency-sensitive applications and ensure stronger environments with unreliable or no connectivity. Google is also providing a Gemini Robotics SDK to assist developers. This SDK will allow them to evaluate Gemini Robotics On-Device for their specific tasks and environments, test the model within Google's MuJoCo physics simulator, and adapt it to new domains with a limited number of demonstrations (as few as 50 to 100). Developers can gain access to the SDK by signing up for Google's trusted tester program. Google's new Gemini model for robots: Capabilities and performance Google claims that Gemini Robotics On-Device is a lightweight robotics foundation model designed for bi-arm robots that enables advanced dexterous manipulation with minimal computational overhead. Built on the capabilities of Gemini Robotics, it supports rapid experimentation, fine-tuning for new tasks, and local low-latency inference. The company also promises that the model demonstrates strong generalisation across visual, semantic, and behavioural tasks, effectively following natural language instructions and completing complex actions like unzipping bags or folding clothes, all while operating directly on the robot. In tests, Gemini Robotics On-Device outperforms other on-device models, especially in challenging, out-of-distribution and multi-step scenarios. It can be fine-tuned with just 50–100 demonstrations, making it highly adaptable to new applications. Originally trained on ALOHA robots, the model was successfully adapted to the bi-arm Franka FR3 and Apollo humanoid robot, completing tasks like folding dresses and belt assembly. This marks the first availability of a VLA model for on-device fine-tuning, offering powerful robotics capabilities without cloud dependency. Redmi Pad 2: Know these Things Before Buying!
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Google DeepMind unveils on-device robotics model
Google DeepMind has unveiled a Gemini Robotics on-device Vision Language Action (VLA) model that can run locally on robotic devices. The AI model is built for general purpose tasks and can run without the internet. This is Google's first VLA model that has made available for fine-tuning. Developers can sign up for the tester programme and access the software kits. This new model comes two months after the search giant released its Gemini Robotics model based on Gemini 2.0's multimodal reasoning and real-world understanding of the physical world. The flagship model can run both on-device and on the cloud, and is built for bi-pedal robots. The model can also be customised for different robotic form factors. 'While we trained our model only for ALOHA robots, we were able to further adapt it to bi-arm Franka FR3 robot and the Apollo humanoid robot by Apptronik,' the company said in a blog post. With the bi-arm Franks, the VLA model can perform other tasks like folding clothes or work on industrial belt assembly tasks too.
Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Yahoo
Google is expanding AI search, whether you like it or not
Google's efforts to serve up AI-generated answers in search results hasn't exactly gone according to plan. When AI Overviews rolled out last summer, the feature surprised users by crafting embarrassing responses, telling them to glue cheese onto pizza, eat rocks and boogers, and set their birthday as a password. Though Google made fixes to address some of the most absurd answers, AI Overview still occasionally presents inaccurate information. But rather than retreat from AI search results, Google is doubling down. This week, the company announced it's testing a new 'AI Mode' in search that replaces the typical web links that follow an Overview with a more comprehensive AI-generated summary. Google says these more thorough responses, powered by its newer Gemini 2.0 model, should be better equipped to answer more complex, multifaceted questions as well as queries related to coding and advanced math. It's the latest example of generative AI makers leaning into the technology as a tool to search the web despite concerns from researchers who worry AI hallucinations may make these results unreliable. 'You can ask nuanced questions that might have previously taken multiple searches—like exploring a new concept or comparing detailed options—and get a helpful AI-powered response with links to learn more,' Google Search vice president of product Robby Stein wrote in a blog post. Stein went on to say that this new feature utilizes a 'query fan-out' method, which runs several related searches simultaneously, pulling from multiple sources before synthesizing them into a single answer. Users can also ask follow-up questions to their initial queries. While users can still click through to websites for more context, the interface in this mode no longer displays the running list of links. Google says it will provide web links when it does not have 'high confidence' that an AI-generated answer will be helpful. The company has already acknowledged that the tool may make mistakes. 'As with any early-stage AI product, we won't always get it right,' Stein said. 'For example, while we aim for AI responses in Search to present information objectively based on what's available on the web, it's possible that some responses may unintentionally appear to take on a persona or reflect a particular opinion.' For now, AI Mode is only available through Google's Search Labs. Users with access can select AI Mode from the list of tabs where they would typically find other features like Images or News. Google is also expanding the overall scope of AI Overviews. Moving forward, Overviews will be powered by Gemini 2.0 and will appear even more frequently. Additionally, AI Overviews will now be available to teen users and those who are not signed into a Google account. 'With Gemini 2.0's advanced capabilities, we provide faster and higher quality responses and show AI Overviews more often for these types of queries,' Stein added. The promise of AI search sounds appealing on the surface. By simply using conversational speech, a wandering internet searcher can quickly receive answers in an easy to understand format. AI search also means, in theory at least, that users can ask more open-ended questions than they could with typical search engines that work best with springs of keywords. But even the newest, most advanced models offered by AI companies continue to hallucinate and fabricate facts. Removing drop down links to web pages where the AI-generated information is pulled from risks making it more difficult for users to verify any given claim. Google isn't the only one dealing with less-than-perfect AI responses. In January, Apple was forced to suspend a feature that provided AI summaries of news stories after it generated multiple false claims. Some Apple users received push notifications falsely claiming Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, had shot himself. Others received an alert erroneously saying Israel's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu had been arrested. After suspending the feature Apple told The Guardian it was 'working on improvements' which would be made available in a future software update. Apple AI notification summaries continue to be so so so bad — Ken Schwencke (@ 2024-11-21T19:22:27.650Z Related: [How to avoid AI in your Google searches] In its blog post, Google said it was experimenting with the new AI mode in part due to requests from 'power users' to add AI responses to even more searches. AI Overviews, the post claimed, are amongst Google's most popular search features. Google did not respond to Popular Science's request for comment seeking more data or details that could illustrate that point. For now, at least, it is still possible to search Google without AI summaries. To do that users can click on the 'more' tab below search results and select the 'Web' option.
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Google earnings are today. Here's what to expect
Alphabet (GOOGL) is expected to release its fourth-quarter earnings results after the closing bell on Tuesday. The Google parent's stock was up by around 2.2% during mid-day trading on Friday. Alphabet shares are up by more than 8% so far this year. The company is expected to report revenues of $96.7 billion for the fourth quarter of 2024, according to analysts' estimates compiled by FactSet (FDS). Net income is expected at $26.2 billion, while analysts estimate earnings of $2.13 per share. In December, Google unveiled Gemini 2.0, which it called its most-capable artificial intelligence model to date for the 'new agentic era.' AI agents can complete some complex tasks autonomously for a user. Gemini 2.0's multimodal features, such as native image and audio output, 'will enable us to build new AI agents that bring us closer to our vision of a universal assistant,' the company said. With the new AI model's reasoning capabilities, Google said its AI Overviews feature, which reaches one billion people, will be able to solve advanced multi-step queries, such as mathematical equations and multimodal questions. On Thursday, Google announced the rollout of its Gemini 2.0 Flash model to the Gemini mobile app and website. Meanwhile, Demis Hassabis, founder of Alphabet's drug discovery subsidiary, Isomorphic Labs, said its AI-designed drugs are expected to head to trial by the end of the year. 'AI applied to science is a lot richer than just the language models,' Hassabis, who also serves as chief executive of Google DeepMind, said during a panel at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. 'We'll hopefully have some AI-designed drugs in the clinic by the end of the year. That's the plan.' Isomorphic Labs, a spin-off of DeepMind, announced deals in July to work with Eli Lilly & Co. (LLY) and Novartis (NVS) on drug research using its AlphaFold AI model. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Alphabet stock falls after missing revenue expectations despite strong momentum
Alphabet (GOOGL) missed Wall Street's expectations for the fourth quarter despite 'robust momentum across the business.' The Google parent reported revenues of $96.5 billion for the fourth quarter — a 12% increase year over year. Alphabet reported earnings of $2.15 per share — up 31% from the previous year, and net income of $26.5 billion for the quarter ended in December. 'Q4 was a strong quarter driven by our leadership in AI and momentum across the business,' Alphabet chief executive Sundar Pichai said in a statement. 'We are building, testing, and launching products and models faster than ever, and making significant progress in compute and driving efficiencies.' The company was expected to report revenues of $96.7 billion for the fourth quarter of 2024, according to analysts' estimates compiled by FactSet (FDS). Net income was expected at $26.2 billion, while analysts estimated earnings of $2.13 per share. Alphabet stock was up by around 2.5% at the market close on Tuesday. After reporting the revenue miss, Alphabet shares plunged by more than 7% in after-hours trading. The company's shares are up by 9% so far this year. Pichai said the company's artificial intelligence-powered Google Cloud solutions saw stronger demand from customers such as Mercedes-Benz in the fourth quarter. The results 'show the power of our differentiated full-stack approach to AI innovation and the continued strength of our core businesses,' he added. Alphabet plans to invest around $75 billion in capital expenditures this year, Pichai said. 'While AI investments are fueling the company's strong capex commitments the market is questioning the pace of monetization,' Jesse Cohen, senior analyst at said in a statement shared with Quartz. 'Alphabet's big drop in after-hours trading reflects investor disappointment in its dual challenges: Google Cloud's growth slowdown and persistently high capex without immediate returns.' Bank of America (BAC) analysts said in a note on Friday that they were expecting Alphabet to meet or beat fourth quarter expectations 'with potential upside' from its advertising business. The analysts also said they believe Wall Street 'is likely underestimating potential for AIOs [AI Overviews] to drive Search monetization strength in 2025.' Dave Heger, communications services analyst at Edward Jones, said in a post-earnings note that the company 'is well-positioned to deliver solid long-term growth across its search, YouTube, ad-technology and cloud-computing businesses' as it continues to integrate AI into these services. 'We believe that Google's Gemini generative-AI platform will enable it to benefit from future AI adoption and new AI applications,' Heger said. In December, Google unveiled Gemini 2.0 — it's 'most capable' artificial intelligence model so far for the 'new agentic era.' Gemini 2.0's multimodal features, such as native image and audio output, 'will enable us to build new AI agents that bring us closer to our vision of a universal assistant,' the company said. Meanwhile, Demis Hassabis, founder of Alphabet's drug discovery subsidiary, Isomorphic Labs, said last month that its AI-designed drugs are expected to head to trial by the end of the year. 'AI applied to science is a lot richer than just the language models,' Hassabis, who also serves as chief executive of Google DeepMind, said during a panel at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. 'We'll hopefully have some AI-designed drugs in the clinic by the end of the year. That's the plan.' For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
