Struggling with information overload? Google has a new trick up its sleeve! Introducing a game-changer for busy professionals and students: AI-generated audio summaries by Gemini.
For those who dread slogging through lengthy documents, Google's latest innovation offers a time-saving solution. With a simple upload to Google Docs, you can now access a concise, podcast-style summary of the content. But here's the twist: these summaries are voiced by Gemini, Google's AI assistant, and are designed to be under three minutes long.
Imagine getting the gist of a report or research paper in the time it takes to brew your coffee! Google describes these summaries as a 'natural-sounding' way to quickly grasp the main points of a document, even if it has multiple sections. However, it's worth noting that this feature might not be suitable for critical documents requiring thorough understanding.
But here's where it gets exclusive: This exciting feature is currently only available to subscribers of Google AI Pro, Ultra, Business Standard, Plus, Enterprise plans, or those with specific add-ons. So, if you're one of the eligible users, you can start using it right away! Simply navigate to Tools > Audio > Listen to document summary, and a playback bar will pop up, letting you control the audio. You can even customize the voice to your liking.
And this is the part most users will cheer about: No more skimming through pages to find the key points! But will this new feature truly revolutionize how we consume information, or is it just a novelty? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Are you excited to give it a go, or do you prefer the traditional reading experience?
