Exciting New AI Features for Chromebook Plus
Introduction ofā Gemini and Magic Editor
Google has rolled out a significant⢠update for its Chromebook Plus laptops, introducing a host ā£of new AI features. āAmong these are Gemini, integrated into the devices for the first time, and Magic Editor, whichā now offers ā¤unlimited edits.
AI Tools Now Available
Chromebook Plus users can now enjoy a suite of AI tools, including:
- Magic⤠Editor: This photo ācorrection software, also available on Pixel phones, isā now accessible without restrictions, allowing unlimited edits.
- Help Me Write: This feature uses⢠AI to help create headlines or ābodies of text based on simple instructions.
- Generative AI for Wallpapers: ā£Users can create custom background wallpapers for their desktop or video calls, compatible with ā¤apps like Google Meet and Zoom.
Chat with Gemini and Free Subscription
The⣠latest update also includes Chat with Gemini, allowing users to interact with the AI system directly⤠from the home screen. New Chromebook Plus models come ā¢with a 12-month free subscription to Gemini Advanced, part of the Google One AI Premium plan, which includes 2TB of cloud storage.
Additional Features
The update brings several other enhancements:
- GIF Recorder
- Enhanced Launcherā Search
- Calendar View and Tasks Integration
- New Game Dashboard: Includes keyboard mapping for Android ā¤games.
- Improved Battery Management: Enhances battery life.
Future Chromebook Features
Upcoming Gemini Features
At a recent event in London, ā£Google āannounced additional Gemini features coming soon:
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Help Me Read: This feature will ā£scan a āwebpage or text and answer questions about it, summarizing key points or providing specific information.
(Image credit: ā£Google)
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Where Was I?: This feature will show your last desktop screen when you log in again, allowing you to pick up where you left off.
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Live Transcription:ā Detectsā multiple āvoices and transcribes them on the device itself.
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Live Translation: Works with services like Netflix and Zoom.
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Hands-Free⢠Control: Recognizes gestures and mouth movements, enhancing accessibility.
New Chromebook Plus Models
In addition to the software update, new Chromebook Plus ā¢models ā¢from HP and Acer have been launched. Unlike Microsoft’s Copilot+ notebooks, theseā new models start at an affordable Ā£379.
For more details, visit Google’s homepage or the respective HP and Acer websites.
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Wow, a Chromebook with free AIāfuture-proofing just got a lot easier!
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