Google announces Googlebook laptops powered by Gemini
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize Google announced a new series of Googlebook laptops on Monday, marking a significant shift in its hardware strategy.
- Instead of a traditional cursor, Googlebooks feature a Magic Pointer that users can wiggle to activate Gemini.
- A new Android feature called ‘Create My Widget’ will also debut on Googlebooks.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize Google announced a new series of Googlebook laptops on Monday, marking a significant shift in its hardware strategy. These devices are powered by Gemini at their core and run on a software foundation that combines Android and Chrome OS. According to Google, the new laptops are designed to leverage Gemini Intelligence to provide a more personalized and proactive user experience.
Instead of a traditional cursor, Googlebooks feature a Magic Pointer that users can wiggle to activate Gemini. Once active, Gemini offers contextual suggestions based on what the user is pointing at on the screen. For instance, pointing at a date in an email can automatically set up a meeting, while selecting two images allows for a side-by-side visual comparison. The Magic Pointer also includes specialized “ask, compare, and combine” tools.
A new Android feature called ‘Create My Widget’ will also debut on Googlebooks. This tool allows users to generate custom widgets using simple Gemini prompts. By searching the internet and integrating with Google apps like Gmail and Calendar, Gemini can build a personalized dashboard for creating widgets directly within the interface.