Gemini’s Newest Features Add a Much-Needed Boost to Productivity

Following recent updates to Gemini which gives users better integration with their calendars, Google recently announced a couple of new and interesting features by way of Canvas and Audio Overview, both of which add some extra features in terms of productivity.

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First up is Canvas, which according to Google is developed for users to better refine and develop their projects and documents. Users can select “Canvas” within their prompt bar and then proceed to write documents and even code, as well as the option to edit them with real-time previews. For example, a user can create a draft and select certain tweaks such as tone, length or formatting, with options to further tweak specific paragraphs.

For coding, google says that Canvas can help with developing coding ideas into working prototypes for web apps, Python scripts, games, simulations and other apps. This includes generating and previewing HTML/React code and other web app prototypes, which will then give you a visual representation of a design.

Meanwhile, Gemini’s Audio Overview can turn documents, slides and even Deep Research reports into podcast-style audio discussions, complete with AI hosts can converse based on audio files and include summaries of the material, engage in back-and-forth discussions and more. Audio Overview will roll out for Gemini and Gemini Advanced subscribers globally in English, with more languages in the pipeline.