Google’s Gemini AI is about to take a giant leap forward. It is transforming from a text and image-based chatbot into a real-world assistant. This new assistant can analyze and respond to live video input. At Mobile World Congress 2025, Google announced a major update. Gemini Live, its advanced AI chatbot, will soon support live video streaming on Android devices. This enables users to interact with the AI in entirely new ways.
A Smarter AI for Real-World Scenarios
Imagine you’re shopping online and unsure whether that jacket suits your style. You don’t need to text a friend for advice. Simply point your camera at the screen. Gemini will analyze the fit and colors and even suggest alternatives. Or you might be rearranging your living room and need inspiration. Instead of scrolling through Pinterest, pan your phone around the room. Gemini will suggest where to place that new lamp.
These are just a few examples of how Gemini Live is set to revolutionize everyday decision-making. By integrating live video input, Gemini will be able to “see” and understand the world in real time. It will offer suggestions and solutions tailored to your immediate needs.
From Project Astra to Gemini Live
Google first teased this capability during Google I/O 2024. At that event, they introduced Project Astra. It is an experimental AI assistant designed to process video input in real time. The goal was clear: to create an AI that could actively perceive and interpret the world the way humans do. Now, nearly a year later, Gemini Live is bringing that vision to life.
Until now, Gemini’s video capabilities have been inconsistent—sometimes summarizing YouTube videos, other times refusing to do so without explanation. But with this update, users will be able to show Gemini what they’re talking about. This is instead of just describing it. This change makes interactions more intuitive and effective.
A Premium Feature with a Price Tag
There’s a catch, though: this groundbreaking feature won’t be free. The live video capabilities will only be available to Gemini Advanced subscribers. Users will need to pay $20 per month for Google’s AI Premium plan to access it.
The Future of AI Assistants
At last year’s I/O demo, the feature appeared seamless and futuristic, but that was in a controlled environment. The real test will be how well it performs in the unpredictable, messy real world. Will Gemini Live live up to the hype?
Meanwhile, OpenAI is making waves with its Sora video generation tool. It is expanding rapidly. It may soon integrate with ChatGPT. This would allow users to generate videos simply by chatting. The race to create the most intuitive and powerful AI assistant is heating up. Google is making its latest move to stay ahead with Gemini Live.
Stay tuned for more updates as Gemini Live rolls out later this month. The future of AI is here—and it’s about to get a lot more interactive.
