Google Gemini Enhances AI Conversations with Memory Feature

Google’s Gemini AI chatbot introduces a new feature allowing it to recall and summarize past conversations, aiming to make interactions more personalized and efficient.

Google’s latest update to its Gemini AI chatbot is nothing short of revolutionary—now it remembers your past conversations. Imagine not having to repeat yourself or sift through old chats; Gemini now customizes its responses based on what you’ve shared before. It’s like having a chatbot that actually pays attention, which is pretty darn cool if you ask me.

Here’s the scoop: Starting today, if you’re an English speaker and part of the Google One AI Premium plan (that’s the $20/month club), you’re in luck—this feature is yours. And for those wondering, Google isn’t playing favorites; plans are in motion to extend this to more languages and business users. (Because nobody likes feeling like they missed the party.)

Now, let’s talk privacy—because, let’s be honest, that’s where things get interesting. Google promises they’re not turning into your digital stalker. They’ve included features that let you review, delete, or even set a timer on your chat history. If you’re the type who likes to cover their tracks, you can completely disable the memory feature in Gemini’s ‘My Activity’ section. Plus, Google assures us they’re not mining your conversations to train their AI further, so your midnight musings are safe from prying algorithms.

This move isn’t just about showing off Google’s tech prowess; it’s part of a larger trend in AI to make these tools feel less like talking to a brick wall and more like chatting with a friend. OpenAI’s in on it too, tweaking their bots for better memory and recall. It’s all about creating AI that seems to ‘get’ you—though it does spark the question: when does helpful start to feel a little too much like it’s reading your mind?