14 feb 2024
What Is Gemini and How to Use It For Free
Google has renamed Bard to Gemini and introduced its most advanced Ultra 1.0 model through the Gemini Advanced subscription. Making waves in December of the previous year, the Ultra model was highlighted by the Google DeepMind team for outperforming OpenAI's GPT-4 in 30 of 32 benchmark tests. Now, the Ultra model is accessible through the paid Gemini Advanced service. Here's all you need to know about it.
Briefly
Google has introduced a subscription service named Gemini Advanced, which uses the Ultra 1.0 model.
This Ultra 1.0 model excels in complex tasks like problem-solving, programming, grasping subtle details, and more.
The subscription to Gemini Advanced is priced at $20 monthly. Good news is that Google offers a two-month trial for free. Subscribers also receive 2TB of storage and additional perks from Google One.
What is Gemini Advanced?
Similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT Plus subscription, Google has launched a paid plan called Gemini Advanced, akin to ChatGPT Plus and Microsoft Copilot Pro. This premium subscription gives you access to the potent Ultra 1.0 model for $19.99 monthly (or Rs. 1950 in India), with a bonus of a two-month free trial offered by Google.
Subscribing to Gemini Advanced not only gives you access to the Ultra 1.0 model but also includes 2TB of Google Drive storage and additional Google One benefits. Soon, Gemini Advanced subscribers will also enjoy AI capabilities in Gmail, Docs, and other applications.
The main attraction of the Gemini Advanced subscription is the Ultra model. It's praised as a highly versatile model, even outperforming GPT-4 in some tasks like image analysis. For tasks that require deep thinking, programming, interpreting complex texts, and similar challenges, the Ultra model could be a good choice.
In preliminary tests the Ultra 1.0 model performed pretty decent. It significantly surpasses the free Gemini version and can rival GPT-4 in capability.
How to Subscribe to Gemini Advanced for Free
Please follow the instructions:
Visit the link https://one.google.com/u/1/explore-plan/gemini-advanced
Click “Start trial,” enter your card information, and finalize the signup.
Open the gemini.google.com website and select “Gemini Advanced” from the top-left menu.
You are now ready to use Gemini Advanced, powered by the Ultra 1.0 model.
Please note that Gemini Advanced is still not available in some countries. You can find more information on the official Gemini Support page.