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Waymo brings Gemini into its custom Ojai vehicles

By Owen Blackridge

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Interior of a Waymo Ojai vehicle with Gemini UI on screen
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Summary

  • Waymo is bringing Gemini into its custom Ojai vehicles.
  • Gemini will be used as an in-car AI assistant alongside Waymo Driver.
  • Gemini operates independently of the Waymo Driver and remains inactive until engaged by the user.

Waymo has brought Gemini into its purpose-built Ojai vehicles to create a more helpful and personalized ride.

Gemini functions as an in-car AI assistant that operates independently of the Waymo Driver and remains inactive until a rider engages it.

HOW GEMINI WORKS IN THE CABIN

Riders can press the Gemini icon on the screen and use voice commands to control the cabin or learn about the surroundings. TechStaged has also covered Gemini in Chrome on Android Is Becoming an Agent for Web Tasks.

Gemini provides hands-free control and access to a knowledge base from the seat, enhancing the in-vehicle experience.

  • Examples cited include adjusting climate control and finding nearby places of interest
  • Gemini remains inactive until activated by the user

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR RIDERS AND THE RIDE

The integration aims to give riders more convenient control over the cabin and faster access to contextual information during a ride.

Waymo notes that more details can be found on its Waypoint blog.

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