Gemini will use Volvo’s external cameras to interpret parking signs
TL;DR
Gemini is gaining the power of sight and mobility. Today at the I/O conference, Google and Volvo announced that the AI-powered assistant will be able to access external cameras in the upcoming EX60 SUV to help explain and interpret its surroundings to vehicle owners. The upgrade is possible thanks to Volvo's use of Google's embedded Android Automotive as its vehicle operating system.
Nauti's Take
Promising upgrade: in the Volvo EX60 Gemini gets real eyes on the road and can explain parking signs, traffic notices or landmarks on the fly. For frequent drivers and travelers with a language barrier that is a clear win.
The catch: an always-on camera tied to Google's cloud raises real privacy questions, especially for passengers and bystanders. Anyone opting in should check the data settings very carefully.
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