#Android Gemini new voice

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❤ Gemini for Android is testing a new voice

    At I/O 2024, Google said Gemini Live would offer ten natural-sounding voices instead of just the one we’re currently limited to, and testing appears to be underway. Since launch, Gemini has used a male voice to read back responses (2 examples):     https://sydneycbd.repair/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Gemini-current-male-voice.mp3     Activating Gemini on Android today reveals a female voice…

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Google rolls out Gemini Live with new voices for Android users and it is free

Google has launched Gemini Live for all Android users, previously available only to premium subscribers. This conversational AI assistant allows for dynamic discussions, including topic changes mid-conversation, and offers multitasking capabilities. Users can choose from 10 new voice options to personalize their experience. Currently, support is only in English, but Google plans to expand to other languages and iOS soon. While it lacks integrations with Gmail and YouTube Music for now, these features are anticipated in future updates, making Gemini Live a robust tool for interactive AI engagement.

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PSA: How to disable the new AI 'features' in Firefox (and also the new 'Gemini AI' on Android phones)

The Firefox browser has added new AI 'features' and you probably don't even know about them. This article tells you how to disable them:

https://www.askvg.com/how-to-disable-and-remove-all-ai-features-in-mozilla-firefox/

I found that the about:config method (the second option given in the article) was the fastest one, since I don't use the new sidebar and didn't want to have to enable and then disable it again.

While you're at it, if you're an Android phone user, you might find - like I did less than an hour ago - that Google Assistant has suddenly been replaced by Gemini AI. I was listening to a podcast, which suddenly stopped playing so that Gemini AI could interrupt it and pop up to tell me that yay! It was my new chat assistant!

Fuck's sake. 😡

You can disable it in your phone's settings under Google > All Services > Search, Assistant and Voice > Gemini. Select 'Google Assistant' instead of Gemini. You'll be asked to give a reason why you're switching from Gemini AI back to Google Assistant, so feel free to tell them. I sure as hell did.

Although, be aware that the linked article from Google does state that, "later this year, the classic Google Assistant will no longer be accessible on most mobile devices or available for new downloads on mobile app stores," so you'll probably be forced to accept it eventually unless you never upgrade your phone again.

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To bring about its hypothetical future, OpenAI must build a new digital ecosystem, pushing users toward the ChatGPT app or toward preëxisting products that integrate its technology such as Bing, the search engine run by OpenAI’s major investor, Microsoft. Google, by contrast, already controls the technology that undergirds many of our online experiences, from search and e-mail to Android smartphone-operating systems. At its conference, the company showed how it plans to make A.I. central to all of the above. Some Google searches now yield A.I.-generated “Overview” summaries, which appear in tinted boxes above any links to external Web sites. Liz Reid, Google’s head of search, described the generated results with the ominously tautological tagline “Google will do the Googling for you.” (The company envisions that you will rely on the same search mechanism to trawl your own digital archive, using its Gemini assistant to, say, pull up photos of your child swimming over the years or summarize e-mail threads in your in-box.) Nilay Patel, the editor-in-chief of the tech publication the Verge, has been using the phrase “Google Zero” to describe the point at which Google will stop driving any traffic to external Web sites and answer every query on its own with A.I. The recent presentations made clear that such a point is rapidly approaching. One of Google’s demonstrations showed a user asking the A.I. a question about a YouTube video on pickleball: “What is the two-bounce rule?” The A.I. then extracted the answer from the footage and displayed the answer in writing, thus allowing the user to avoid watching either the video or any advertising that would have provided revenue to its creator. When I Google “how to decorate a bathroom with no windows” (my personal litmus test for A.I. creativity), I am now presented with an Overview that looks a lot like an authoritative blog post, theoretically obviating my need to interact directly with any content authored by a human being. Google Search was once seen as the best path for getting to what’s on the Web. Now, ironically, its goal is to avoid sending us anywhere. The only way to use the search function without seeing A.I.-generated content is to click a small “More” tab and select “Web” search. Then Google will do what it was always supposed to do: crawl the Internet looking for URLs that are relevant to your queries, and then display them to you. The Internet is still out there, it’s just increasingly hard to find. If A.I. is to be our primary guide to the world’s information, if it is to be our 24/7 assistant-librarian-companion as the tech companies propose, then it must constantly be adding new information to its data sets. That information cannot be generated by A.I., because A.I. tools are not capable of even one iota of original thought or analysis, nor can they report live from the field. (An information model that is continuously updated, using human labor, to inform us about what’s going on right now—we might call it a newspaper.) For a decade or more, social media was a great way to motivate billions of human beings to constantly upload new information to the Internet. Users were driven by the possibilities of fame and profit and mundane connection. Many media companies were motivated by the possibility of selling digital ads, often with Google itself as a middle man. In the A.I. era, in which Google can simply digest a segment of your post or video and serve it up to a viewer, perhaps not even acknowledging you as the original author, those incentives for creating and sharing disappear. In other words, Google and OpenAI seem poised to cause the erosion of the very ecosystem their tools depend on.

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Do you have any wips? If so, do you mind me asking what they're about?

Yes, I currently have 11 different WIPs, some of which are on hiatus, so for the sake of brevity, I'll tell you about the ones that are actively being published. I have been on a writing hiatus for almost a year, but I'm still writing a little here and there. Also, sorry for my delayed response. I was procrastinating a little 😅

1. Turles X Reader (Untitled) -

Fandom: DBZ

Rating: Explicit

My next chapter in the Choose Your Husband Wedding Night fic I'm a collaborator in! I don't want to spoil too much, but I can tell you it will be a future meets past sort of theme with some culture shock & saucy romance that borders on feral 😈

2. Escape -

Fandom DBZ

Rating: Explicit (Dead Dove Warning!)

Chapters 14

Post Alien Invasion Slave Fic where the Saiyans take over Earth and enslave some of the most beautiful women there for their own selfish sexual desires.

Parings: Vegeta X Bulma, Raditz X Chi-Chi, Nappa X Panchy, Piccolo X Mai X Colonel Violet

3. Gemini Saga Eclipse

Fandom: DBZ Rating: Explicit

Chapters: 42

My first published fanfic! A divergence from canon where one pivotal catalyst changes the course of the story we know, characters' lives are altered, new villains and romances appear as the fight against endless darkness ensues.

Pairings: Vegeta X Bulma, Raditz X Launch, Piccolo X OC, Chi-Chi X Goku

4. Unquenchable Thirst

Fandom: DBZ

Rating: Mature

Chapters: 3

Vegeta & Bulma travel to space together to prepare for the arrival of the androids, but things go awry when Bulma hatches a crackpot plan to seduce him by planting aphrodisiacs in the water.

Pairing: Vegeta X Bulma

5. No Child Of Mine

Fandom: DBZ

Rating: Mature

Chapters: 3

Spin off from Gemini Saga Eclipse, where Launch & Raditz's romance has a different outcome; exploring her complicated emotions during pregnancy and Raditz's own conflict with this new life on Earth.

Pairings: Raditz X Launch, Vegeta X Bulma

6. Lunch For Three

Fandom: DBZ

Rating: Mature

Chapters: 4

Blue Launch & Blonde Launch live separate lives in which they both encounter Raditz & a polyamorous triangle of drama ensues. Set in a 1950's-Ish timeline. Vegeta & Bulma also become next-door neighbors, and her turbulent relationship with Yamcha causes Vegeta to intervene. Pairings: Blue Launch X Raditz X Blonde Launch, Vegeta X Bulma

7. The Bandit & The Miko

Fandom: InuYasha

Rating: Explicit

Chapters: 10

In this feudal era AU set back in the past before Kikyo's death, we have the opportunity to explore an alternate path where Naraku lives as Onigumo, a wandering ronin ex-priest who has not suffered the same fate as he did in Canon. Kikyo's heart is split in two as she struggles to choose InuYasha or Onigumo, and InuYasha battles the darkness within his own heart as he faces his own heartbreak.

Pairings: Kikyo X Naraku/Onigumo

8. Kikyo, Captured

Fandom: InuYasha

Rating: Explicit (Dead Dove Warning!)

Chapters: 10

Taking place after episode 32 of the anime, Kikyo is captured by Naraku & in a twist of fate, the two collaborate together and in turn unexpectedly regain mortality through violent means that leave them both encumbered with the voices of InuYasha & Kagome in their heads. Sesshomaru catches wind of InuYasha's death and begins his pursuit of Naraku, seeking revenge.

Pairings: Kikyo X Naraku

I hope this answers your question, thank you for asking! To find all these stories, you can go to my AO3 page:

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we're working on attaching a calculator to the blender, and that could make it so that blenders can do math!

This right here makes me feral.

The fake human-mitigated cutout for tasks LLM AI simply cannot do, to further the illusion that we're creating a thinking, possibly sentient being:

LLM sucks at math, so we'll divert it to the calculator engine if it detects a math problem

LLM sucks for language translation, so we'll just divert it into our classically trained translation matrix when it detects a need for language translation

LLM sucks at telling time & creating schedules, so we'll divert it to our already excellent Calendar app that's been working fine since 2013

et fucking cetera

The only reason any of this happens is to prop up the illusion that AI is so close to working as advertised... but only if you give us more investment dollars.

Bonus: as recently as 2022 I used to be able to ask my android phone to "set a timer for 5 minutes" in plain colloquial english, even slurring my speech, and it would do exactly that.

It just worked. Life was good.

Now, in 2024, if I try that? It (no joke) executes a google search on how timers work in Android phones. Without setting a timer.

Instead, I now need to fire up the old Google Assistant which adds another step in the process, a whole separate icon/app to activate. If I do that, I can indeed verbally tell Assistant to set a timer and it works as before.

However, if I take Google's breathless advice to "Try Gemini" and replace Assistant with their new AI assistant, and then say "set a timer for 5 minutes"... my phone informs me that Gemini can't do that yet.

And since Assistant is no longer available because Gemini is now running things, I have totally lost the ability to command my phone via simple voice directives. Although you can revert back if you locate its buried settings.

PROGRESS

so like I said, I work in the tech industry, and it's been kind of fascinating watching whole new taboos develop at work around this genAI stuff. All we do is talk about genAI, everything is genAI now, "we have to win the AI race," blah blah blah, but nobody asks - you can't ask -

What's it for?

What's it for?

Why would anyone want this?

I sit in so many meetings and listen to genuinely very intelligent people talk until steam is rising off their skulls about genAI, and wonder how fast I'd get fired if I asked: do real people actually want this product, or are the only people excited about this technology the shareholders who want to see lines go up?

like you realize this is a bubble, right, guys? because nobody actually needs this? because it's not actually very good? normal people are excited by the novelty of it, and finance bro capitalists are wetting their shorts about it because they want to get rich quick off of the Next Big Thing In Tech, but the novelty will wear off and the bros will move on to something else and we'll just be left with billions and billions of dollars invested in technology that nobody wants.

and I don't say it, because I need my job. And I wonder how many other people sitting at the same table, in the same meeting, are also not saying it, because they need their jobs.

idk man it's just become a really weird environment.

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Google Rolls Out AI Mode for Search in the UK

Google has officially launched its AI-powered Search feature, known as AI Mode, in the United Kingdom. The update adds a new tab in Google Search and a shortcut within the Google app on iOS and Android devices. AI Mode is designed to deliver more advanced and conversational results using Google’s Gemini model. It allows users to search using text, voice, or images and provides a summarized…

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Google Gemini 2.5 Pro: The AI Upgrade Aiming to Set a New Standard

Google has just unveiled a powerful update to its flagship AI system—Gemini 2.5 Pro—a strategic leap forward aimed at resolving past limitations and setting a new benchmark in AI performance. The launch of this model is already making waves across the tech landscape, and for good reason.

🧠 Smarter Conversations, Sharper Responses

A major highlight of Gemini 2.5 Pro is its increased proficiency in handling complex dialogues. Whether it’s managing multi-turn conversations, processing abstract reasoning, or generating creative content—this version raises the bar.

The model’s natural language capabilities have improved across multiple languages, making it a more globally effective assistant. It can now handle nuanced tone shifts, idiomatic expressions, and contextual memory with greater finesse.

This level of sophistication is particularly relevant for businesses and developers exploring web development AI integration—where user experience, tone matching, and responsive engagement are vital.

🔍 What’s New in Gemini 2.5 Pro?

After facing criticism and usability challenges in earlier versions, Google has returned with a renewed focus on reliability and refined performance in natural language processing (NLP). The Gemini 2.5 Pro update is engineered to:

Enhance contextual understanding

Improve response accuracy

Deliver smoother user interactions

Expand capabilities in reasoning, summarization, and long-form text generation

While previous iterations of Gemini impressed with their ambition, they occasionally struggled with coherence and adaptability. Gemini 2.5 Pro directly addresses these concerns with a more robust architecture and deeper training across diverse data sets.

📱 AI for Mobile and Responsive Experiences

Gemini 2.5 Pro is also optimized for mobile use, embedded within the Gemini app across Android and Pixel devices. Its performance gains are a direct boon for developers looking to elevate user interactions—especially those in the mobile app developers USA community where demand for intelligent, intuitive AI assistants is growing fast.

With smoother integration across mobile ecosystems, Gemini 2.5 Pro ensures that voice and chat AI doesn't just exist—but truly excels in mobile-first environments. This aligns well with modern standards in responsive web design, where seamless experience across devices is no longer a luxury but a baseline expectation.

🧪 Built for Stability & Everyday Use

One of the core focuses of the update is stability. With this release, Google aims to make Gemini 2.5 Pro the default AI experience within its ecosystem. Early users have reported improvements in:

Response consistency across queries

Faster generation times

Reduced hallucinations and factual errors

These advancements help move Gemini beyond novelty and into the realm of reliable, everyday business tools—especially for teams using AI to streamline communication, content, and customer support.

🔐 Privacy & Integration at the Core

Gemini 2.5 Pro is designed not just to be powerful, but privacy-conscious. Google continues to emphasize that its AI tools are being built with safety, bias mitigation, and ethical deployment in mind.

The AI assistant integrates seamlessly across Google Workspace products—Docs, Gmail, Sheets, and Slides—allowing users to harness the model's capabilities in their day-to-day tasks. Whether it’s summarizing lengthy reports or drafting emails, Gemini acts as a true productivity ally.

This level of integration shows how AI is being woven into the very fabric of digital work, not just as a side tool but as a co-pilot.

🌐 The Road Ahead: Preparing for Gemini 3

The release of Gemini 2.5 Pro is widely viewed as a stepping stone to the anticipated Gemini 3, rumored to push boundaries in multimodal AI and real-time interactivity. By stabilizing the current version and addressing foundational issues, Google is laying strong groundwork for what's to come.

Expect innovations in:

Real-time video and image processing

Deep integration with IoT devices

More personalized, adaptive behavior

For tech-forward teams, these aren’t just "nice to haves"—they represent the future of user engagement, customer support, and even design automation.

✨ Final Thoughts

Gemini 2.5 Pro isn’t just another AI up

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date—it’s a strategic recalibration. With this release, Google demonstrates a clear commitment to making its AI systems more useful, user-friendly, and competitive.

For business owners, digital creators, and tech teams in the U.S., Gemini 2.5 Pro signal

FutureOfAI

Pro is here to support, simplify, and enhance your efforts.

Have you tried Gemini 2.5 Pro yet? Let us know how it compares to your experience with other AI assistants!

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Google’s Search Live in AI Mode Reportedly Rolling Out to Some Users

Google has reportedly started publicly testing its Search Live feature in AI Mode. As per the report, some users have begun spotting the new feature in the Google app on Android and iOS. Search Live was first announced at the company’s I/O 2025 keynote session as an extension to the AI Mode. Similar to Gemini Live, the new feature allows users to have real-time voice conversations in Search. The…

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Google Gemini: The AI Operating System Shaping the Future of Tech

In a groundbreaking move, Google has elevated its Gemini AI from a standalone chatbot to a comprehensive AI-powered operating system, seamlessly integrating it across a multitude of devices and platforms. This strategic evolution signifies Google's commitment to embedding artificial intelligence deeply into the fabric of everyday digital experiences, enhancing productivity, personalization, and interactivity.

Gemini: From Chatbot to Operating System

Initially introduced as a conversational AI model, Gemini has undergone significant advancements to become a central operating system component. Now, it functions as an intelligent layer within smartphones, browsers, smart home devices, and even vehicles, orchestrating tasks and providing contextual assistance across various applications .

This transformation enables Gemini to manage complex workflows, understand user preferences, and deliver proactive suggestions, effectively acting as a personalized digital assistant that adapts to individual needs and routines.

Key Features and Capabilities

1. Multimodal Interaction Gemini's multimodal capabilities allow it to process and interpret information across text, images, audio, and video. This enables users to interact with their devices more naturally, using voice commands, visual cues, or textual inputs to accomplish tasks seamlessly.

2. Contextual Understanding By leveraging contextual data, Gemini can provide more relevant and timely assistance. For instance, it can suggest calendar events based on email content or recommend navigation routes considering real-time traffic conditions.

3. Cross-Platform Integration Gemini's integration across Google's ecosystem—including Android, Chrome, Google Workspace, and more—ensures a consistent and unified user experience. This cross-platform presence allows for synchronized activities and data sharing, enhancing efficiency and user satisfaction.

Implications for Cybersecurity

The integration of Gemini as an operating system component introduces new dimensions to cybersecurity. With AI managing critical functions and data, ensuring robust security measures becomes paramount.

Google has addressed these concerns by implementing advanced security protocols and obtaining certifications such as ISO 27001, ISO 27017, and SOC 2 for Gemini's operations. These certifications affirm that Gemini adheres to stringent security standards, safeguarding user data and maintaining system integrity.

Moreover, professionals seeking to specialize in AI-driven cybersecurity can pursue certifications like the Google Cybersecurity Certificate, which includes training on utilizing AI tools for threat detection and response. This equips cybersecurity experts with the skills necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of AI-integrated systems.

Advancements in AI Education and Certification

As AI becomes increasingly embedded in technological infrastructures, the demand for skilled professionals in this domain has surged. Recognizing this, Google offers a range of AI courses and certifications designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and expertise required to thrive in an AI-centric environment.

Programs such as the Google AI Essentials and the Certified Google Gemini Professional certification provide comprehensive training on AI fundamentals, machine learning, and the practical application of AI tools. These courses cater to various proficiency levels, ensuring accessibility for beginners and advanced learners.

Additionally, Google's Machine Learning & AI courses on Google Cloud offer hands-on experience with AI technologies, preparing participants for roles in software development, data analysis, and AI system management.

Impact on Industries and Professionals

The deployment of Gemini as an AI-powered operating system has far-reaching implications across multiple industries.

Healthcare: Gemini can assist in patient data analysis, appointment scheduling, and telemedicine consultations, enhancing healthcare delivery and patient engagement.

Finance: In the financial sector, Gemini's capabilities can streamline processes such as fraud detection, customer service automation, and personalized financial planning.

Education: Educators and students can leverage Gemini for personalized learning experiences, administrative task automation, and enhanced virtual classroom interactions.

Acquiring AI certifications becomes increasingly valuable for professionals, as it validates their proficiency in utilizing AI tools and understanding their applications within specific industry contexts.

Conclusion

Google's evolution of Gemini into an AI-powered operating system marks a significant milestone in the integration of artificial intelligence into daily digital interactions. By providing seamless, context-aware assistance across devices and platforms, Gemini enhances user experiences and operational efficiency.

As AI continues to permeate various aspects of technology and industry, the importance of cybersecurity and specialized AI education cannot be overstated. Pursuing certifications in these areas not only equips professionals with essential skills but also positions them at the forefront of the AI-driven transformation shaping our digital future.

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❤ Gemini for Android is testing a new voice

    At I/O 2024, Google said Gemini Live would offer ten natural-sounding voices instead of just the one we’re currently limited to, and testing appears to be underway. Since launch, Gemini has used a male voice to read back responses (2 examples):     https://sydneycbd.repair/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Gemini-current-male-voice.mp3     Activating Gemini on Android today reveals a female voice…

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The Future of Android Assistance: Meet Gemini Live

Gemini Live is a new feature that will significantly improve the intelligence of your Android phone. It's not just another update; it's Google's most recent innovation. It's a completely different experience that makes your Android phone more capable, useful, and, to be honest, enjoyable.

What is Gemini Live?

Gemini Live feels more like a personal assistant you can chat with on your phone. It’s designed to actually converse with you, listen, and respond in real time. Built on Google's Gemini AI, this version is tailored for the Android crowd, especially those who expect a bit more from their chatbots compared to the usual ones out there.

With Gemini Live, you can have a full-on conversation with your phone. Just use your voice to plan your day, ask questions, get suggestions, and even tweak your settings. The best part? It goes beyond just giving automated replies. Its conversational style is warm, friendly, and relaxed—like chatting with a tech-savvy buddy.

Real Time Problems wants Real-Time Help

Maybe you are trying to book a flight, write a brief message to your colleague, or search for a good restaurant in the area. Instead of searching in multiple apps, typing, scrolling, and navigating, you can ask Gemini Live. It can look up the information, distill it, and even help you to make a decision.

Do you require guidance? To assist you with navigation, Gemini Live provides real-time maps. Writing an email? It can suggest texts and even send them on your behalf. Would you like to change your phone's settings or add reminders or alarms? Just say it out loud. No taps, no fuss.

It Understands Context—Finally!

One of the most annoying things about digital assistants used to be their inability to comprehend your actual question. What you said would need to be restated or repeated. Gemini Live handles that.

It maintains the conversation's flow. So, if you ask, "How is the weather today?" and then, "Do I need an umbrella?" it will know what you mean. That represents a significant advancement for Android AI.

Multitasking Becomes Easy

The already impressive versatility of Android is further enhanced by Gemini Live. You can talk about other possible uses for it: For instance, while using another app, watching a video, or even browsing the web. It overlays everything in a nice, discrete way, so you can ask for help without pausing what you're working on.

For instance, you can ask Gemini Live directly if you're reading a blog and don't understand a term. While describing it, it won't obstruct your screen.

Last words

Gemini Live is the start of something significant for Android, not just another feature. It demonstrates how intelligent, helpful, and responsive your phone can be when it is driven by cutting-edge AI that has a human-like feel.

What's the best part? You don't need to install anything complex because it's integrated right into Android. Simply update your phone and begin conversing. That's how easy it is.

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How to Build a Food Delivery App Like Uber Eats: Step-by-Step Guide

The demand for convenient food delivery solutions has skyrocketed in this era of digitalization. Apps like Uber Eats have changed the method of ordering food by giving the customer a seamless experience-from searching through delivery. In this profitable industry, developing a profitable partner for the food delivery application could be a game-changer. Finally, Netscape Labs comes with an ultimate guide to the post-2025 Uber Eats App Development. 

Why Invest in Food Delivery App Development in 2025?

Consumer behaviors and technological progress will see the food delivery market globally hitting an all-time high in 2025. With more individuals being dependent on mobile applications for all their everyday needs, food delivery app development can command a large user base. Whether you’re a startup founder, a business decision-maker, or a tech-savvy entrepreneur, now is the opportune moment to work with a mobile app development company to give life to your idea.

Essential Features for a Food Delivery App Like Uber Eats

For Your Users

An app that has a fast, no-fuss login with an OTP or one-tap Google/Apple sign-ins. Then comes the main dish: restaurant listings that don’t overwhelm, but give just enough detail (cuisine, reviews, delivery time filters) to help users decide in seconds. Live order tracking has become non-negotiable, and don’t forget payment flexibility, cards, wallets, and even UPI. Wrap it all up with a solid rating/review system. People love being heard.

For Your Restaurant Partners

They need control over menus, pricing, availability, and a dashboard that doesn’t require a manual to use. Throw in real-time order management and basic sales analytics, and you’ve got a system that helps them operate smoothly and stay loyal to your platform.

For Your Delivery Partners

Notifications need to be real-time and reliable. Help them with route suggestions, allow them to track their earnings transparently, and make the experience frictionless. The smoother it is, the faster the deliveries.

For You, the Admin

You should have visibility over every moving part: users, restaurants, delivery crew, commissions, offers, and reports. Your dashboard is your control tower. Use it to run campaigns, resolve issues, tweak pricing, and most importantly, make data-backed decisions.

Standout Features That Make Users Stick Around

AI recommendations: People love it when the app seems to “know” what they’re in the mood for. Use behavior-based suggestions. 

Voice search: It’s faster than typing, and great for accessibility. 

Loyalty rewards: Offer cashback, points, or discounts to keep users coming back. 

Multi-language UI: Don’t assume your audience speaks English. Offer local language support. 

Contactless delivery: It’s no longer just a pandemic feature; it’s now a convenience. 

What’s Under the Hood: Tech Stack You Can Trust

For cross-platform mobile apps (iOS + Android with one codebase), we recommend Flutter or React Native, both reliable and fast-moving.

On the backend, Node.js or Django gets the job done well, depending on your team’s strengths. For databases, go with MongoDB for flexibility and PostgreSQL for structure.

Add Stripe or Razorpay for secure payments. Use Firebase Cloud Messaging for real-time order updates. And for maps and tracking, Google Maps API is still the gold standard.

Also Read- Gemini’s Multimodal Capabilities: A New Era for App Development

Why Choose Netscape Labs for Your Food Delivery App Development?

Specializing in custom mobile solutions at Netscape Labs, we design and develop mobile applications tailored to your businesses. Being an excellent mobile app development company having its establishments in Singapore, Canada, Malaysia, and Dubai, we have reservoirs of experience.

Our team of mobile app developers can create high-quality, scalable, and user-friendly applications. Perhaps, if you’re a startup looking to disrupt the food delivery industry or an established corporation with plans to expand its digital presence, Netscape Labs is your trusted partner in mobile app development.

Conclusion

Building a food delivery app like Uber Eats in 2025 presents a significant opportunity to tap into a growing market. By incorporating essential and advanced features, selecting the right technology stack, and partnering with an experienced mobile app development company, you can create a platform that meets user expectations and drives business growth.

Ready to embark on your food delivery app development journey? Contact Netscape Labs today to turn your vision into reality.

FAQs 

Do we need separate apps for users, restaurants, and delivery partners?

Yes. A scalable food delivery platform typically includes three modules (User App, Restaurant Dashboard, and Delivery Partner App), plus a robust Admin Panel. A seasoned app development company will help you architect this with clean APIs and a unified backend.

We are based outside the US. Can we are still build a competitive food delivery app?

Absolutely. Whether you’re looking for a mobile app development company in Singapore, mobile app developers in Canada, or expertise in mobile app development in Malaysia, location is no barrier to innovation. Netscape Labs has helped global clients launch cross-border delivery apps with local flair and global standards.

How is a food delivery app different from other e-commerce apps?

Unlike regular e-commerce, food delivery apps need real-time inventory sync, live location tracking, ETA management, and instant notifications. This adds complexity, so you need a best app development company that gets the nuance of real-time logistics.

Can we add AI features to my food delivery app?

Definitely. From smart dish recommendations to dynamic delivery estimates, AI in mobile app development can supercharge user engagement and operational efficiency. Our team bakes intelligent features right into your stack.

How long does it take to launch a food delivery app?

With the right tech partner, you can launch a functional MVP in 8–12 weeks. Full feature development might take 4–6 months. As a mobile app development company, we prioritize agile sprints and weekly check-ins to keep you moving fast without surprises.

What makes Netscape Labs different?

We don’t just write code, we build businesses. Our team has worked with startups and enterprises worldwide to deliver digital products that scale. If you’re looking for the best app development company to create a food delivery app like Uber Eats, look no further.

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Google I/O Updates: Your Simple Guide to a Smarter Digital Life!

Every year, Google holds a big event called Google I/O. It's where they show off all the cool new things they've been working on, especially in the world of technology and software. Now, you might hear a lot of techy jargon, but don't worry! This post is here to break down the most important updates in plain language, explaining how these changes will make your daily life easier and more efficient.

Think of it like this: Google I/O is like a peek into the future of how we'll use our phones, computers, and all our smart devices. And this year, the big star of the show was Artificial Intelligence (AI), specifically Google's own AI assistant called Gemini. Get ready for a world where your technology is even more helpful, smart, and intuitive!

1. Gemini: Your Smarter, More Proactive Assistant

Imagine having a super-smart assistant that doesn't just answer your questions but understands what you need and even helps you get things done. That's Gemini, and it's getting a massive upgrade.

Smarter Conversations: Gemini is becoming even better at understanding complex conversations and giving you more thoughtful, in-depth answers. It's like talking to someone who truly gets it, not just a robot. This means when you ask Gemini for help, whether it's planning a trip or researching a topic, it will provide more relevant and comprehensive information.

Gemini Live: Talk to your phone like a person! This is a game-changer. Soon, you'll be able to have real-time voice conversations with Gemini. Point your phone's camera at something – say, a tricky gadget or a new plant – and Gemini can tell you what it is, offer instructions, or even find related information right then and there. It's like having a knowledgeable friend with you, ready to help with whatever you see.

Deeper Integration with Your Google Apps: Get ready for Gemini to be everywhere you use Google.

Gmail: Your inbox is about to get a serious upgrade. Gemini will help you summarize long email threads, draft replies in your preferred tone, and even manage your calendar directly from within Gmail. No more switching between apps just to schedule a meeting!

Google Photos: Ever struggled to find that one photo from years ago? "Ask Photos," powered by Gemini, will let you search your memories in a whole new way. You'll be able to ask things like, "When did my daughter learn to swim?" or "Show me all the photos of our trip to the beach last summer." Gemini will understand the context and pull up exactly what you're looking for, even analyzing text and dates on certificates in your photos.

Google Maps: Planning a night out or a trip? Gemini will be able to summarize information about places, making it easier to decide where to go and what to do, without endlessly scrolling through reviews.

Android Devices: Gemini is becoming the core AI experience on Android phones. This means features like dragging and dropping AI-generated images into your messages or emails will become seamless.

2. Google Search: Beyond Just Links, Now with AI Overviews

Google Search is how most of us find information online, and it's evolving to be even more helpful.

AI Overviews: Instead of just a list of links, Google Search will now often provide a summarized answer generated by AI at the very top of your results. This is super handy for quick facts or when you need a broad overview of a topic. For example, if you ask "How to plan a 3-day trip to Tokyo?", you might get a full itinerary with suggestions for food, weather, and even packing tips, all in one go.

AI Mode in Search: For more complex questions, Google is introducing an "AI Mode." This will be a more interactive, chat-style experience where you can have a dialogue with the search engine, refining your questions and getting more tailored results. Imagine asking for recipe ideas and then following up with "What if I don't have this ingredient?" – the AI will adapt and give you new suggestions.

3. More Creative Tools for Everyone

Google is making it easier for anyone to create amazing things, even if you're not an artist or a tech whiz.

Imagen 4 & Veo 3: These are Google's powerful tools for creating images and videos from simple text descriptions. Want a picture of "a futuristic city at sunset"? Imagen 4 can generate it. Need a short video ad about a product? Veo 3 can do it, complete with natural sounds and character voices. While these are primarily for creators and businesses, they showcase the incredible potential of AI in making content creation more accessible.

New AI-powered features for app and website design: Google is giving developers more tools to build amazing apps and websites. This means the apps and websites you use every day will become even more visually appealing, easier to use, and more responsive to your needs.

4. Android is Getting Smarter and More Adaptive

Android, the operating system on most smartphones and many other devices, is also getting a big boost from AI.

Adaptive Apps: Apps will become even better at adjusting to different screen sizes and devices – whether you're using a foldable phone, a tablet, or even a future smart display. This means a smoother experience no matter what device you're on.

Wear OS (Smartwatches): Expect Gemini and AI capabilities to come to smartwatches, making them even more useful for quick tasks and information on the go.

Android XR (Smart Glasses & Headsets): This is a glimpse into the future! Google is working on a platform for smart glasses and headsets that blend digital information with the real world. Imagine getting directions floating in your view, or seeing live translations of signs. It's still early, but it hints at a more immersive future for how we interact with technology.

5. AI for Good: Beyond Just Convenience

Google also highlighted how AI can be used to solve big problems.

FireSat: This uses satellites and AI to detect wildfires early, helping emergency services respond faster and potentially saving lives and property.

Wing: Their drone delivery system could be used to deliver essential supplies to disaster-stricken areas.

AI in Healthcare: Google is developing AI tools to help doctors analyze symptoms, images, and health records, leading to more accurate diagnoses and better treatment plans.

What Does This All Mean for YOU?

In simple terms, Google's I/O announcements mean that your digital life is about to become:

Smarter: Your devices and apps will understand you better and anticipate your needs.

Easier: Tasks that used to require multiple steps or apps will become simpler and more streamlined.

More Personal: Your technology will adapt more to your individual preferences and habits.

More Creative: Even if you're not a professional, you'll have access to tools that make creating content easier and more impressive.

More Helpful: AI is being used in ways that can improve our world, from disaster relief to healthcare.

While some of these features are rolling out now and others will come over time, the message is clear: Google is committed to making AI a truly helpful and integrated part of your everyday life. So, get ready to experience a more intuitive and intelligent digital world!

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Everything You Need to Know from Google I/O 2025

Google I/O 2025 was full of exciting product updates, new features, and major AI announcements. From advanced AI tools like Gemini to new hardware like Android XR smart glasses, Google revealed a lot in the nearly 2-hour-long event.

Shocking News Google AI Ultra Plan Price

Google’s new AI Ultra subscription plan costs $249.99/month yes, you read that right! While the basic AI plan starts at $19.99/month, the Ultra version gives users full access with the highest usage limits across Google’s AI tools.

Google Search Gets AI Mode

What Is AI Mode in Google Search?

Google introduced a new AI Mode for Search, launching today in the United States. This feature lets you ask long, detailed questions, and it breaks your query into smaller parts using a smart method called “query fan-out.”

The AI gathers and combines results from multiple sources to give you a better answer.

What’s Coming Next in AI Mode?

Personal Context (Coming this summer): Search results will be personalized using your activity in Gmail, Calendar, and other Google apps.

Deep Search: AI will explore more websites to find in-depth information.

Data Visualization: Graphs and charts will be shown when useful.

Google says over 1.5 billion people use AI Overviews every month, so AI Mode could become their most popular feature yet.

AI Shopping with Virtual Try-Ons

Shopping Graph — 50 Billion Products

Google’s AI-powered Shopping Graph lets you describe the product you’re looking for, and it gives you visual suggestions.

Example: Say “a modern beige couch for small living rooms,” and Google will show you related options.

Also Read : GEO Takes Over: SEO for the Age of ChatGPT and AI

Virtual Try-On with AI

You can upload a photo of yourself, and AI will show you how you’d look in a dress or outfit like something out of the movie Clueless.

Price Tracking with AI Agent

AI agents can track product availability and price drops. You’ll get notified when the price changes.

This feature is available now in Google Labs.

Gemini — Google’s Star AI Model

New Versions of Gemini

Gemini 2.5 Pro — Google’s most powerful AI yet.

Gemini 2.5 Flash — A faster, more affordable version.

Gemini 2.5 Deep Think — Designed for complex math and coding, currently in limited testing.

Coding and AI Agents

Jules (Beta) — An AI coding agent that can work on your codebase and files.

Gemini in Chrome — Answers your questions based on what’s on the current web page.

Native Audio Output — Text-to-speech that mimics your voice across languages.

Gemini Features in Google Products

Agent Mode: Acts like a digital assistant that does research and tasks.

Personalized Smart Replies: Understands your tone from Gmail, Docs, and Sheets to reply like you.

Deep Research: Upload files and ask Gemini questions based on those documents.

Gemini will soon be integrated into smartwatches, smart TVs, cars, and more.

Generative AI — Images, Videos, and Music

Imagen 4 — Better AI Image Generation

Google launched Imagen 4, an advanced image generator that now handles text and fonts much better than before a known weakness in older AI models.

Veo 3 — AI Video Creation

Veo 3 can:

Understand physics for realistic scenes

Add sound effects, background noise, and dialogue

Be used through a new tool called Flow

Both are available now.

Lyria 2 — AI Music Creation

Google also launched Lyria 2, an AI music generator that can create songs and background music.

Gemini Canvas — AI Co-Creation Platform

Google introduced Gemini Canvas, a creative space where you and AI can work together on writing, design, and projects. Think of it like a blank page where your AI helps brainstorm and create content.

Android XR Google’s New AR/VR Platform

Project Moohan — The XR Headset

Google revealed Project Moohan, its immersive XR headset, made with Samsung and Qualcomm. The headset will be released later this year.

Smart Glasses with Android XR

These new smart glasses come with a camera, speakers, and in-glass display. They connect to your phone and are designed with fashion partners like:

Warby Parker

Gentle Monster

Developers can start building apps for these glasses next year.

Google Beam New Name for Project Starline

Real-Time Translations with Google Meet

Google Beam (previously Project Starline) is now an AI-powered communication platform.

One major feature: Real-time voice translations in Google Meet. The voice translation matches your tone and sounds natural.

Currently supports English and Spanish, with more languages coming soon.

Future of 3D Meetings

Google also teased a future 3D conferencing system that uses multiple cameras to create a realistic 3D version of you in video calls.

Read our Article to Know more

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Google’s AI Playbook Outpaces Apple and OpenAI

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Google’s AI Playbook Outpaces Apple and OpenAI

Google’s annual I/O conference has always been a showcase of ambition, but in 2025 it felt like a victory lap. After a period of scrambling to catch up with OpenAI’s early lead, Google is now firmly dictating the pace of the AI race. The message from I/O 2025 was unmistakable: Google is going all-in on AI – and pulling ahead of rivals by leveraging an ecosystem that neither Apple nor OpenAI has yet to match.

Google’s All-In AI Strategy at I/O 2025

At I/O 2025, Google made it clear that AI is now central to everything it builds. From Search and Android to Workspace and even experimental hardware, Google unveiled a sweeping range of AI-driven updates across its products. The company officially replaced the old Google Assistant with Gemini 2.5 – its latest AI model – effectively making the Gemini AI the new intelligence layer across Google’s services.

This is a bold move: Google is baking AI into the core of its user experience. A standout example is Gemini Live, which combines your camera, voice input, and web knowledge to give real-time answers about whatever you point your phone at – an evolution of last year’s Project Astra experiment. In other words, Google’s assistant can now see and understand the world around you, not just respond to typed queries.

This all-hands-on-deck approach to AI contrasts sharply with Google’s tentative steps just a year or two ago. The rise of OpenAI’s ChatGPT in late 2022 had initially left Google looking flat-footed, but not anymore. Google has since become aggressive and unapologetic about asserting its leadership, openly declaring it has caught up after that early scare.

At I/O 2025, CEO Sundar Pichai and team demonstrated a vision of AI that is personal, proactive, and ubiquitous. Google’s AI will gladly analyze what your phone camera sees, draft emails for you, plan your weekend, or even call a store on your behalf. The intent is clear: Google doesn’t just want to offer a chat bot, it wants to be the assistant that users rely on for everything.

Integration Across Every Platform

One of Google’s greatest advantages – and one its competitors simply can’t replicate – is its vast ecosystem. I/O 2025 underscored how Google can integrate AI at a scale nobody else can touch. Consider Search, Google’s crown jewel: the company is rolling out a new “AI Mode” in Google Search to all U.S. users. This mode essentially embeds a conversational AI chatbot inside the familiar search interface. Instead of just getting blue links, users can ask follow-up questions in context, get synthesized answers, and even see the AI kick off multiple background searches to compile an answer.

This is Google leveraging its dominance in search to keep its dominance in search – by making the experience smarter. It’s a preemptive strike against users drifting to ChatGPT or Perplexity. (Analysts had warned Google’s search share could slip in coming years if it didn’t evolve, and Google clearly took that warning to heart.)

Beyond search, Google is weaving AI into hardware and software in a way only it can. Chrome, the world’s most-used web browser, is getting Gemini built right in. By embedding its AI model directly into Chrome, Google is effectively turning the browser into a “smart assistant” that understands the content of webpages you visit and even your personal context like calendar entries.

No other company has the reach of Chrome – and Google is using that reach to put AI at everyone’s fingertips. On Android, Google showed how its AI can control the phone itself. In a demo, Project Astra capabilities let the assistant navigate apps and make calls on an Android phone via voice commands. It’s a glimpse of a “universal” AI assistant that can act across the operating system – something Apple’s Siri, sadly, still struggles to do for even basic tasks.

Crucially, Google is bridging its services together with AI. Your Gmail and Calendar aren’t siloed apps in this vision – they’re data sources to make the AI more helpful. Google’s new AI can pull personal context from Gmail (if you opt in) to tailor search results and answers. It can scan your emails for travel plans or preferences and use that to refine what it tells you. It can integrate with Google Maps when you ask about “things to do this weekend,” or set reminders and schedule appointments through natural conversation.

In effect, Google is turning its entire product suite into one cohesive super-assistant. This is the sort of deep integration that only Google’s breadth allows – Apple, with its famous walled garden, has kept services like Siri, Mail, Maps, etc. more segregated (and under-developed in AI), while OpenAI simply doesn’t have these consumer apps or user data streams to draw on at all.

Rivals Falling Behind: OpenAI Lacks Reach, Apple Lacks Vision

Google’s biggest advantage in the AI race isn’t just technical—it’s structural. Where OpenAI has breakthrough models and Apple has hardware polish, Google has both and a massive distribution engine. OpenAI may have ignited this era with ChatGPT, but it still has no platform. It relies on partnerships—Microsoft, API developers—to reach users, while Google can push Gemini directly into Search, Chrome, Android, Gmail, and more. That’s why Gemini now has 400 million monthly active users and ChatGPT, despite its early hype, is seeing slower relative growth. Google’s assistant lives inside products people already use; ChatGPT still requires you to go out of your way to use it.

Meanwhile, Apple—once synonymous with seamless user experience—has completely missed the AI moment. Siri, a decade-old experiment, now looks like a relic next to Gemini’s proactive voice-camera assistant. Reports suggest Apple is scrambling to catch up, but there’s no clear sign it’s even close to shipping a competitive AI model. Its privacy-first, on-device ethos may earn points with loyalists, but it’s cost Apple years of data, training, and iteration. And even its impressive silicon—Neural Engine, M-series chips—can’t make up for the fact that Apple still doesn’t have a GPT-class model.

While OpenAI lacks the muscle to deliver AI at platform scale, Apple lacks the AI to match platform ambitions. Google has both. It’s embedding AI into every layer of the user experience—turning its ecosystem into a playground for powerful, assistive features. Developers already have Gemini APIs. Consumers are getting generative AI in Gmail, Search, Docs, and even Android XR glasses. Google’s “assistant layer” isn’t a concept—it’s shipping, integrated, and growing. If current trends hold, even iPhone users may end up preferring Google’s AI over Apple’s native options. That’s not just a win. That’s checkmate.

Owning the Assistant Layer

Google’s I/O 2025 made one thing clear: it wants to own the assistant layer—that intelligent bridge between you and everything digital. Whether you’re using a phone, browser, email, or glasses, Google’s AI is positioning itself as the default help system across platforms. Gemini isn’t just another chatbot—it’s being wired into Search, Android, Chrome, Workspace, and even upcoming XR hardware. No other company has that kind of reach, and Google is exploiting it with precision.

OpenAI can’t match the scale. Apple can’t match the capability. Even Meta’s efforts feel scattered by comparison. Google’s approach is unified, aggressive, and already monetizing. Its $249/month Ultra plan, 150 million+ paid subscribers, and 400 million Gemini users are proof that Google is embedding its AI into everyday workflows.

The bottom line: Google isn’t reacting to the AI race anymore—it’s dictating the terms. It has the models, the platforms, and the user base. And if current momentum holds, Gemini won’t just be Google’s assistant—it’ll be everyone’s.