Google has launched the experimental Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking model, designed to improve reasoning and problem-solving by “thinking out loud.” This model, built on the speed and efficiency of the 2.0 Flash platform, aims to deliver stronger reasoning capabilities.
Key Features of Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking
- Enhanced Reasoning: The model demonstrates its thought process in real time before giving a final answer.
- Availability: It is now accessible in Google AI Studio and Vertex AI, where users can view the reasoning process by expanding the model’s thoughts.
- Performance Milestone: Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking ranks #1 on the Chatbot Arena LLM Leaderboard, outperforming its predecessor across multiple categories, including math, creative writing, and vision tasks.
Performance Improvements
Compared to the earlier Gemini 1.5 Pro model, Gemini 2.0 Flash offers:
- Twice the Speed
- Improved Benchmark Results:
- Math: #2 → #1
- Creative Writing: #2 → #1
- Vision: #1 (+16 points improvement)
Gemini App Updates
Google has updated the Gemini app on Android to include the 2.0 Flash Experimental model. Key details:
- Model Options:
- 1.5 Pro: Designed for complex tasks.
- 1.5 Flash: Ideal for everyday tasks.
- 2.0 Flash Experimental: Offers the latest experimental features.
- Rollout Details:
- Available for both free and advanced users.
- The Google Search app (v15.50) powers the Gemini app, now rolling out on the stable Play Store channel.
- If the model switcher isn’t visible after updating, force stop the Gemini app in settings.
- Limitations: File uploads are not yet supported, and experimental features might not function perfectly.
Google has also extended 2.0 Flash access to iPhone users and plans to roll out Deep Research capabilities early next year. Developers can expect general availability for this model by January.
Android Auto 13.4 Update Adds Material You Design
The latest Android Auto 13.4 update introduces Material You accents, bringing vibrant, customizable colors to the interface.
Highlights of the Update
- Color Accents: Buttons, toggles, and menu backgrounds now match your phone’s wallpaper colors.
- System-Wide Application: These accents apply to various elements, such as settings and notifications, but do not yet extend to individual apps.
- Dynamic Changes: The colors adjust based on your phone’s theme, although the update appears incomplete, with some inconsistencies requiring app restarts to reflect changes.
Material You enhancements aim to make Android Auto visually cohesive with Android’s design language. Users can expect further refinements in future updates.
