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<p>Google’s Gemini Live, the AI assistant, is set to debut on Chrome with a floating window interface, expanding its availability across Windows, Linux, and Mac.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Key takeaways:</h4>



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<li>Once exclusive to Advanced subscribers, Gemini Live is becoming widely accessible, including in Chrome.</li>



<li>A floating window UI with customizable hotkeys is under development for Chrome on desktop platforms.</li>



<li>GLIC, short for Gemini Live in Chrome, features location and microphone access integration.</li>



<li>Work on the feature has been ongoing since November, with early testing hints from Chrome Canary.</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gemini Live’s journey towards Chrome integration</h2>



<p>Google’s Gemini Live conversational assistant is poised to enhance the user experience on Chrome.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Initially available only to Gemini Advanced subscribers at $20/month, the assistant and a standalone iOS app became free for all in September. Gemini Live is now being integrated into Chrome’s web version.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Early development hints at seamless functionality</h2>



<p>As reported by Chrome researcher Leopeva64 on X (formerly Twitter), enabling certain experimental flags reveals an exclamation mark icon on the Chrome tab strip.&nbsp;</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The new button in Chrome&#39;s tab strip now opens a floating panel, although it is not yet possible to interact with this panel; after digging deep into Chromium Gerrit and based on the codename, I am 99% sure that this feature is&#8230; Gemini Live for Chrome:<a href="https://t.co/OP1jBOep2s">https://t.co/OP1jBOep2s</a> <a href="https://t.co/9VShgDaPEu">pic.twitter.com/9VShgDaPEu</a></p>&mdash; Leopeva64 (@Leopeva64) <a href="https://twitter.com/Leopeva64/status/1859451594518962366?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 21, 2024</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>While still a placeholder, this icon is expected to launch Gemini Live’s floating window UI.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Currently, this experimental feature does not surface the icon for most testers, though enabling the GLIC flag on Chrome Canary adds a dedicated GLIC section in Chrome’s Settings.</p>



<p>The experimental flag added on November 8 hints at Google’s active efforts in embedding Gemini Live into Chrome.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Users enabling the flag can access the GLIC section in Settings but won’t immediately see the tab strip icon. This reinforces that the integration is still in development.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Key features under Gemini Live’s development</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li><strong>Floating Window UI:</strong> Resizeable and user-friendly, designed for multitasking.</li>



<li><strong>Hotkey Customization:</strong> Users can assign quick-access keys.</li>



<li><strong>Status Tray Icon:</strong> Ensures seamless visibility and control.</li>



<li><strong>Dedicated Settings Menu:</strong> Features toggles for location, microphone, and tab access permissions.</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Cross-platform availability</h2>



<p>Code analysis confirms GLIC will support Chrome on Windows, Linux, and Mac. Google is ensuring the feature’s accessibility across major operating systems, reinforcing its goal of integrating Gemini Live deeply within the Google ecosystem.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Leopeva64 highlighted that the GLIC integration includes permissions for accessing your microphone and location, further emphasizing its functionality as an assistant.</p>



<p>The availability of multiple platforms highlights Google’s commitment to universal access.&nbsp;</p>



<p>GLIC’s floating window is designed for resizeability, making it adaptable to various screen sizes and workflows.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Privacy and permissions</h2>



<p>GLIC requires access to the microphone and location for optimal functionality.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The Settings menu includes options to manage these permissions alongside activity monitoring and tab-specific access controls.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Toggling these permissions ensures users have complete control over their data and privacy.</p>



<p>Leopeva64’s findings suggest these permissions are integral to GLIC’s operation, reinforcing the assistant’s contextual awareness.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Chrome users can expect granular control over these settings, ensuring privacy remains a priority.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Timeline and future expectations</h2>



<p>Development on GLIC began in early November, with a feature flag added to Chrome’s experimental version on November 8.</p>



<p>Although enabling the flag in Chrome Canary doesn’t yet reveal all functionalities, the groundwork is laid for an official rollout soon.&nbsp;</p>



<p>According to early code analysis, the floating window UI will be accessible via a status tray icon and a customizable hotkey.</p>



<p>Consistent updates in the Chromium Gerrit repository indicate steady progress.&nbsp;</p>



<p>While no confirmed release date exists, these ongoing enhancements showcase Google’s commitment to delivering a robust integration.</p>



<p><a href="https://support.google.com/gemini/answer/15274899?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Gemini Live’s</a> integration into Chrome signifies a significant step in making AI assistants more accessible. </p>



<p>With features like a floating window, customizable hotkeys, and cross-platform compatibility, this move could redefine how users interact with <a href="https://octet.design/journal/top-ai-tools/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AI tools</a> in their browsers. </p>



<p>Stay tuned for more updates as Google finalizes this exciting integration!</p>



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