Google's New Gemini Ultra AI Model Rivals GPT-4 Capabilities

Table of Contents

• Introducing Gemini Advanced and Gemini Ultra
• Comparing Gemini Advanced to GPT-4
• Differences Between the Models
• Integrations with Other Google Products
• The Future of Autonomous AI Agents
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Introducing Gemini Advanced and Gemini Ultra

Google has released its newest and most powerful AI model yet, called Gemini Ultra. This model powers Google's new premium subscription service, Gemini Advanced. Previously referred to as 'Bart' during development, the naming has now been updated to reflect the model architecture powering the service.

To access Gemini Advanced capabilities, users need to subscribe to Google's AI Premium plan, which costs $20 per month in the US and is available in over 150 countries globally. This is analogous to OpenAI's GPT-3 Plus subscription that grants access to the GPT-4 model.

Name Changes from Google's Previous Models

The model originally called 'Bart' during development is now officially named Gemini Ultra. Its consumer-facing implementation is called Gemini Advanced. This resolves previous confusion over naming of Google's latest AI offerings.

Accessing Gemini Advanced via Premium Subscription

Users need to subscribe to Google's AI Premium plan, costing $20 per month, to gain access to Gemini Advanced. This mimics OpenAI's monetization approach with GPT-3 Plus for GPT-4 access. Google is also offering an introductory 2 months free for new subscribers.

Comparing Gemini Advanced to GPT-4

Now that Gemini Advanced is accessible to the public, direct comparisons to GPT-4 can be made in terms of capabilities and overall user experience.

Initial testing reveals that Gemini Advanced has slightly faster response speeds compared to GPT-4. The writing style also differs somewhat, with Gemini Advanced seeming more user-friendly and helpful in its answers.

Writing Speed and Output Style

When prompted to write an essay, Gemini Advanced outputs text noticeably quicker than GPT-4. The writing style itself also contrasts GPT-4, seeming more approachable and explanatory compared to GPT-4's terse, neutral style. For most everyday users, Gemini Advanced's more helpful and elucidating nature when answering questions or generating content will likely be appreciated and aid comprehension.

Helpful Behaviors and Confirming Answers

Gemini Advanced exhibits useful behaviors like double checking its own responses using Google Search. This acts helps validate the accuracy of the information it provides back to the user. The model also has tendency to preface its answers more carefully, establishing upfront limitations or assumptions made in its responses. This contrasts GPT-4 which has a more blunt way of delivering raw output without much framing.

Advanced Interface Features

The web interface for Gemini Advanced contains more options and customization built-in, like voice input/output, adjusting answer length/simplicity/formality on-the-fly, and easy access to Google products like Search, Maps and YouTube.

Differences Between the Models

While Gemini Advanced shares similarities with GPT-4 in terms of breadth of knowledge and compositional capabilities, some key differences separating the two models have also emerged.

Missing Code Interpreter Capabilities

Unlike GPT-4 which possesses Codex for code generation/comprehension abilities, Gemini Advanced currently lacks any notable programming-related skills. Google has hinted these features may come later however.

Contrasting Image Generation Abilities

Early testing shows Gemini Advanced utilizing a different image model than DALL-E 2 which powers GPT-4. The output seems less capable so far, although subjective assessment of creative tasks remains challenging.

Lack of Customizable Chatbots Currently

GPT-4 offers advanced capabilities like GPTs to develop specialized headless chatbots. Gemini Advanced does not yet seem to enable extensive customizable agents tailored to niche use cases, although the helpful nature of the base model somewhat compensates.

Integrations with Other Google Products

Leveraging YouTube, Maps, Flights and More

A unique advantage held by Gemini Advanced is its tight integration with other powerful Google apps like YouTube, Maps, Flights and more. This enables more fluid and effortless access to capabilities offered by these complementary products.

The Future of Autonomous AI Agents

OpenAI's Developments Surrounding GPTs

While Gemini Advanced pushes the envelope on breath of knowledge and user-friendly design, OpenAI seems focused on spearheading advancements related to autonomous AI agents. Initiatives like GPTs and tools such as the GPT Store hint at moves to commoditize bespoke conversational agents tailored to specialized use cases.

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FAQ

Q: What is the new name for Google's Bart AI model?
A: Google has renamed their Bart model as Gemini Advanced. It is powered by their newest Gemini Ultra model.

Q: Does Gemini Advanced rival GPT-4 capabilities?
A: Yes, Gemini Advanced is the first legitimate GPT-4 competitor according to benchmarks and real-world testing.

Q: What unique capabilities does Gemini Advanced have?
A: Gemini Advanced has helpful behaviors, double checking of answers using Google search, advanced interfaces features, and tight integrations with other Google products.

Q: What capabilities are currently missing from Gemini Advanced?
A: Some missing capabilities compared to GPT-4 are code interpretation, customizable chatbots (GPTs), and image generation using DALL-E models.

Q: How can I access and test Gemini Advanced?
A: You can access Gemini Advanced by subscribing to Google's AI Premium subscription plan. It offers two months free currently to try it out.

Q: What direction is OpenAI heading with future GPT models?
A: OpenAI seems focused on developing autonomous AI agents known as GPTs that can take actions beyond just text generation.

Q: How can I stay updated on the latest AI advancements?
A: Sign up for the weekly newsletter to get AI development summaries or subscribe to the YouTube channel for more in-depth updates.

Q: Where can I learn how to build my own AI agents?
A: Check out the linked video to learn how you can build your own AI agents with just a single prompt using GPT-4 capabilities.

Q: Is Gemini Advanced worth trying out?
A: Yes, with two free months available, it is definitely worth exploring Gemini Advanced, especially since it rivals GPT-4 in many ways.

Q: What industries can benefit from Gemini Advanced?
A: Any industry from marketing to education to travel could benefit from Gemini Advanced's language, research, content creation, and integration capabilities.