Google Expands Gemini AI with Real-Time Document Refinement and AI-Generated Podcasts

The new Canvas and Audio Overview features enhance productivity and position Gemini as a strong competitor in the AI assistant market.

Google has launched Canvas, a tool within Gemini for real-time document and code refinement, allowing users to draft, edit, and preview changes interactively.
The Audio Overview feature converts written materials, such as documents and slides, into podcast-style discussions between AI hosts, currently available in English.
Both features are now globally available for Gemini and Gemini Advanced subscribers, with plans to expand Audio Overview's language support in the future.
These updates follow recent Gemini enhancements, including Search history integration and free access to Deep Research 2.0 Flash, reflecting Google's rapid iteration strategy.
Google's Gemini continues to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s offerings, with frequent updates aimed at solidifying its position in the AI productivity space.