Following OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google joined the generative AI bandwagon with Bard, an AI-powered digital assistant that will eventually replace the popular Google Assistant. Later renamed Gemini, the digital assistant is powered by a huge language model of the same name, allowing users to execute a variety of tasks such as producing text, summarizing documents, and analyzing and generating graphics, to mention a few.
While numerous Google Assistant functions are currently accessible on Gemini, some of them work differently because they are available as Extensions that users must actively enable. Gemini Extensions allow users to direct Gemini to perform certain activities in apps such as Google Maps, Phone, Spotify, and others.
If you already use Gemini and want to get the most out of the AI-powered digital assistant, here are several Gemini Extensions to test right away.
Google Hotels
If you’re heading somewhere, this plugin will help you quickly identify hotels that fit your budget and preferences. You can also ask the AI chatbot for suggestions such as a packing list, destination, and food.
Google Flights
Gemini can help you find the best flight tickets on your desired date and create an itinerary for your visit. This is particularly useful when organizing a trip with friends or family.
Google Maps
The Google Maps Gemini plugin is quite useful for finding both general and specific nearby locations. As shown in the prompt above, Google Maps can assist you find cafes to eat at and even suggests items to bring with you while walking or climbing.
Google Home
The Google Home Gemini extension is still in public preview, so you will need to join the program before it becomes available on your device. Once completed, Gemini can help you operate your smart devices and, unlike Google Assistants, understand sophisticated commands such as “Turn on the light and set the brightness to 10%.”
Google Workspace
If you are like me and have thousands of unread emails & hundreds of unread newsletters, you’re a Gemini. Google Workspace can be your daily salvation. This tool allows you to summarise your unread emails over a given period.
Messages
Gemini, like Google Assistant, can assist you send messages through texts to your contacts. To do so, simply write or say “Send a text message to [contact name] saying [text you want to send]” and you’re set.
OpenStax
Is a free textbook collection program available to all students. If you are unsure about anything or want to check information about it on the internet, the Gemini Openstax can assist you in only seconds.