Made by Google 2024
AI created, human edited.
Google's annual "Made by Google" event never fails to disappoint, and the 2024 edition was no exception. Hosted at the company's Mountain View campus, the event was live-streamed to eager fans worldwide. Our very own Leo Laporte and Jeff Jarvis were on hand to provide their expert commentary and insights throughout the event.
The star of the show was undoubtedly Google's Gemini AI, which powers an array of new features across the company's hardware and software offerings. Gemini AI takes center stage in the new Pixel 9 lineup, featuring the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and the eagerly anticipated Pixel 9 Pro Fold. These devices showcase Google's commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI-driven experiences.
One of the most impressive demonstrations of Gemini AI's capabilities was in the realm of computational photography. The Pixel 9 lineup takes smartphone photography to new heights with features like Magic Editor, which uses generative AI to recompose images and apply professional-grade edits with just a few taps. Google also showcased the power of its VideoBoost technology, which leverages the Tensor G4 chip and Gemini Nano to deliver stunning 8K video and the ability to extract high-quality still images from video frames.
Beyond the Pixel 9 lineup, Google also unveiled the Pixel Watch 3, which comes in two sizes and boasts an impressive array of fitness tracking features. The star of the show, however, was the watch's ability to detect a user's loss of pulse and alert emergency services, though this feature won't be available in the U.S. at launch.
Throughout the event, Leo and Jeff provided their thoughts on the various announcements, discussing the implications of Google's AI advancements and how they compare to offerings from competitors like Apple. While both hosts expressed excitement about the new devices and features, they also raised important questions about privacy and the potential for misuse of these powerful AI tools.
Overall, the Made by Google 2024 event showcased the company's commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI, and the Pixel 9 lineup and Pixel Watch 3 look set to be compelling offerings in the competitive smartphone and wearables markets.
To hear Leo and Jeff's full commentary and dive deeper into the announcements from the Made by Google 2024 event, be sure to listen to the complete podcast episode.
