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Google DeepMind has introduced Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking, described as its most advanced live dialogue models to date. The models are designed to support natural, real-time conversation.
The Extended Thinking variant appears to add deeper reasoning capabilities on top of the standard live model, though DeepMind did not detail specific technical differences in this announcement. The release continues Google's push to expand Gemini's conversational and capabilities.
No pricing, availability timeline, or specific use cases were detailed in the announcement beyond the general framing of improved live dialogue performance.
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