Google Bard Unleashes Major Update: Users Can Now Upload Photos and Chat in Indian Languages
Bard’s latest update brings significant enhancements to Google’s AI chatbot, expanding its language support to 40 languages, including nine Indian languages. This enables users to interact with Bard in their preferred language, making the AI chatbot more accessible and inclusive for a diverse range of users. Additionally, Google is expanding the availability of Bard to more regions, such as Brazil and across Europe, further widening its user base.
One notable feature introduced in the update is the ability for Bard to understand image prompts. Leveraging the AI technology behind Google Lens, users can now use images as prompts to engage with Bard. This functionality was initially available to paid members of ChatGPT, a rival AI chatbot, but Google is offering it for free in Bard. However, it’s important to note that image prompts are currently supported only in English.
By incorporating image understanding capabilities, Bard becomes more versatile in its interactions and can provide responses based on visual prompts. This feature adds another layer of engagement and expands the possibilities for users to interact with the AI chatbot.
Google’s integration of image prompts in Bard allows users to upload images and receive relevant information or assistance based on the content of the image. With the addition of a camera icon on the search bar, users can easily upload images and engage with Bard using visual prompts.
This image prompt feature can be particularly useful for various purposes. For example, if a user uploads an image of food ingredients, they can ask Bard to analyze the image and provide suggestions for recipes based on the ingredients detected. Additionally, Bard can also provide search results with related photos, enhancing the visual experience and making it easier to understand and explore various topics.
Google emphasizes that this feature is currently available in English (US), and it will be expanded to support more languages in the future. By leveraging the power of image analysis and recognition, Bard aims to provide users with a richer and more interactive conversational experience, enabling them to explore and interact with visual content seamlessly.
The introduction of image prompts further enhances the capabilities of Bard, allowing users to utilize visual content as a means of interaction and obtaining information. As Google continues to expand the availability of this feature to more languages, users across different regions will be able to benefit from the visual analysis capabilities of Bard.
Bard’s response adjustment feature allows users to customize the style and tone of its replies. By clicking on the three dots at the top right of Bard’s reply, users can choose from five different options: simple, long, short, professional, or casual. This gives users the flexibility to receive responses that align with their preferences and desired level of detail. The feature is currently available in English and will be expanded to support additional languages in the future.
In addition to response customization, Bard now allows users to pin threads. This feature is designed to help users keep important conversations with Bard easily accessible. Users can pin threads, rename them, and access recent conversations directly from the sidebar. Pinning threads can be particularly useful for users who want to refer back to specific interactions or keep track of ongoing discussions.
Both the response adjustment and pinning threads features enhance the usability and convenience of interacting with Bard. Users can tailor the AI chatbot’s responses to their liking and easily access important conversations whenever needed. These additions aim to provide users with a more personalized and efficient experience when engaging with Bard.
Google has introduced a feature that simplifies the process of sharing Bard chats with others. This feature can be particularly useful for educational purposes, allowing users to create FAQ-like chats with Bard and then share them with peers or students. It enables easy dissemination of information and knowledge derived from interactions with the AI chatbot.
Additionally, Google is expanding the options for exporting Python code. Coders who use Bard can now export their Python code not only to Google Colab but also to Replit. This provides users with more flexibility in choosing their preferred coding environment.
However, it’s worth noting that while interacting with Bard or ChatGPT, it is generally advised not to share sensitive or confidential information. Google also recommends users exercise caution and avoid sharing sensitive details with Bard.
By offering these features, Google aims to enhance the usability and functionality of Bard, making it more convenient for users to share conversations, collaborate, and work with Python code in their preferred coding environment while maintaining privacy and data security.
