Google is a fierce competitor in the AI space with its Gemini assistant, which powers chatbots and voice assistants on devices. Now, the company is bringing Gemini to Google TV to take home entertainment to the next level. We’ve got a demo of upcoming features. Here’s a breakdown of the best new tools.
1. Google Assistant Alternative
Google’s releases at CES 2025 are focused on improving the Google TV experience. One of the biggest updates is the integration of Gemini functionality into Google TV. This replaces Google Assistant with a more capable voice assistant, allowing the Assistant to better understand your requests and provide better assistance.
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Upgrades make conversations more seamless, allowing you to talk to Google TV using natural language without having to say “OK Google,” and use conversational queries to find what you’re looking for. It will look like this. For example, in the demo below, the user requested to watch a children’s movie like Jurassic Park. Gemini understood the meaning and was able to offer options.
2. Run more complex queries
Users can also now ask more complex queries that they wouldn’t normally ask Google Assistant on Google TV. For example, in the demo, users asked, “Teach my third grader about solar power systems,” and “Help me plan a vacation destination with a great beach.” In both cases, Gemini was able to quickly generate an answer and display it on the TV in the same way as in the photo above.
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When you’re looking for something on TV, you’re likely looking for visual content rather than standard web text content, so a relevant YouTube video will also accompany Gemini’s answer. You’ll also be able to use your voice to create AI-generated screensavers and more easily control your smart home devices.
3. Hardware upgrade
Beyond software, Google also plans to work with partners to upgrade some hardware that will further optimize users’ Google TV experience. For example, the upcoming Google TV will have a built-in far-field microphone that will make it easier to talk and interact with your TV without having to speak into the remote.
If you like having your TV on all day, Google also plans to offer new ambient experiences. Google is developing an on-screen hub that senses when you’re close to your TV and displays personalized, informative widgets like the weather, interesting news stories, and calendar information (see image above). ). .
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This sensor can also be used to enable other experiences, such as displaying art when the user is not using the TV but is nearby, or turning off the TV completely when no one is in the room. Helpful. All the features seem to be focused on making your interaction with your TV more seamless and incorporating it into your daily life rather than just watching content.
