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Google Unveils Gemini 2.5 and AI Mode as Competition in AI Assistants Intensifies

At Google I/O, the company showcased advancements in its Gemini AI, including context-aware assistants, AI-powered filmmaking tools, and deeper integration across devices and services.

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Overview

  • Google's Gemini 2.5 introduces enhanced reasoning capabilities and autonomous task execution, aiming to create a universal, context-aware AI assistant.
  • AI Mode in Google Search, now rolling out in the U.S., enables users to conduct advanced, conversational searches with deeper query breakdowns.
  • New AI tools like Flow for filmmaking and Jules for asynchronous coding highlight Google's push into creative and technical applications of AI.
  • Apple is preparing to allow EU users to replace Siri with third-party voice assistants, while integrating ChatGPT into its Apple Intelligence layer for enhanced responses.
  • Microsoft announced new agentic AI tools and APIs for the Edge browser, enabling developers to leverage on-device AI models for web applications.