Google DeepMind launches Gemini 3.8 Live and Extended Thinking, claiming top benchmark spot
Google DeepMind announced the launch of Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking, their latest conversational AI models designed for near-real-time voice interaction and complex task execution. The Extended Thinking (High) variant reportedly achieved the first position on most benchmarks, surpassing OpenAI's GPT Live 1. The models are rolling out across Google's APIs, AI Studio, and Gemini Live, representing a significant competitive advancement in conversational AI.
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Google introduces Gemini 3.8 Live with reasoning capabilities for voice agents
In a post on X, user koraykv announced the introduction of Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking. The new models are described as voice agents with reasoning capabilities that make conversing with AI feel more intuitive and intelligent. According to the announcement, the model can take turns seamlessly, think through complexity, and feel more natural to talk to. The post includes a link to further information. The announcement positions the model as an advancement in conversational AI, focusing on improved natural interaction and complex reasoning in voice-based applications.
Read sourceGoogle rolls out Gemini 3.8 Live and Extended Thinking, claiming top benchmark spot
Google has announced the rollout of Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking across its APIs, Google AI Studio, Gemini Live, and other applications. According to the announcement, the Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking (High) variant has achieved the first position on most benchmarks, surpassing GPT Live 1. This release marks a significant update to Google's AI model lineup, introducing enhanced reasoning capabilities through the Extended Thinking feature. The claim of overtaking a competitor model suggests a competitive advancement in the AI landscape, though independent verification of the benchmark results is not provided in the source.
Read sourceGoogle DeepMind Releases Gemini 3.8 Live and Extended Thinking Voice Models
Google DeepMind has announced the release of two new near-real-time voice conversation models: Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking. According to the company's blog post, these models are designed to power voice agents and handle complex task execution. The original text outlines the distinct positioning and division of roles for the two models, and includes multiple benchmark figures that allow readers to evaluate their reasoning capabilities, cost efficiency, and tool-calling performance. The release signals a continued push by Google DeepMind into advanced, real-time conversational AI.
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GoogleDeepMind introduces Gemini 3.8 Live and 3.8 Live Extended Thinking conversational AI
GoogleDeepMind announced the launch of Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking, described as their best conversational AI models. The models are designed to talk, think, and handle tasks in the background without interrupting the user's flow. This announcement was made via a post on X, highlighting the new capabilities as a significant advancement in conversational AI technology.
Read sourceGoogle Gemini 3.8 Live and Extended Thinking model names appear on GCP Console quotas page
New model names for Google's Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking have been spotted on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Console quotas page, as discovered by Bedros Pamboukian. The appearance suggests an imminent release of a new Gemini Live model based on the latest Gemini 3.8 Flash, which is expected to represent a significant advancement. This follows the recent update to Gemini Live that added support for Connector calls and Deep Research triggers. The development is seen as a competitive response to OpenAI's release of the GPT Live 1 model on its APIs last week.