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A GOOGLE employee has revealed a major free upgrade that iPhone owners can now claim.

It means iPhone owners can bag a set of clever features that were already available on Android phones.

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Google has launched its Gemini AI app on the iPhoneCredit: Google

Google has launched its Gemini app on the .

The app lets you access Google's artificial intelligence assistant Gemini.

The AI-powered personal helper is offered "free of charge", according to Google's Brian Marquardt.

It was previously possible to access Gemini through a browser, but this is the first time there's a dedicated app for the helper on iPhone.

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Brian said that you can now have regular conversations with Gemini, just like if you were speaking to a human.

"iPhone users can now talk to Gemini in a conversational manner, including interrupting to ask questions or change the topic," the Google staffer, who heads up Gemini Experiences at the tech giant, said.

"It’s great for when you want to practice for an upcoming interview, ask for advice on things to do in a new city, or brainstorm and develop creative ideas.

"You can personalize Gemini’s voice by choosing from 10 distinct voices.

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"Gemini Live on iPhones is available now in over 10 languages, with more coming soon."

Google also recommended Gemini for students, saying it would help people "study smarter".

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You can ask questions about subjects and even ask for tailored study plans.

It can serve up step-by-step guidance based on your own learning style.

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And if that wasn't enough, you can also test your knowledge with quizzes.

";For example, you can attach a complex diagram and ask Gemini to quiz you on it," Brian said.

The app lets you have real-time spoken conversations with an AI personal helperCredit: Google

Gemini isn't just for text either: it can also produce images.

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This works using Google's Imagen 3 model, which can quickly turn text descriptions into AI pics.

Google says it even supports an option for "enhanced photorealism" to create snaps that look like real photos.

On top of that, Gemini can also link up to other Google apps.

WHAT CAN YOU USE GOOGLE GEMINI FOR?

Here's the official tip list from Google...

  • Go Live with Gemini to brainstorm ideas, simplify complex topics, and rehearse for important moments.
  • Connect with your favourite Google apps like Search, Youtube, Google Maps, Gmail, and more
  • Study smarter and explore any topic with interactive visuals and real-world examples
  • Unlock a world of expertise and get tailored information about any topic
  • Plan trips better and faster
  • Create AI-generated images in seconds
  • Get summaries, deep dives, and source links, all in one place
  • Brainstorm new ideas, or improve existing ones
You can share images or take photos to show Gemini – and find out information about themCredit: Google
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For instance, you can use the Extensions feature to get info from Google apps like YouTube, Maps, Gmail, and Calendar.

So you could ask about a journey to your home, or information about an email that you received.

The app is free to download from the Apple App Store on iPhone.

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And you can still get it on Android via the Google Play Store.

Google's Gemini can also create images on its own, including lifelike snaps using "enhanced photorealism" techCredit: Google
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