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Google launches Gemini Spark AI assistant in India
Google has released Gemini Spark, a new AI assistant that can automate tasks independently, to subscribers of its paid Google AI plans in India. Unlike the standard Gemini chatbot, Gemini Spark can…
Google has released Gemini Spark, a new AI assistant that can automate tasks independently, to subscribers of its paid Google AI plans in India. Unlike the standard Gemini chatbot, Gemini Spark can remember user instructions and continue working in the background even when a device is shut or locked.
The assistant, powered by Google's Gemini 3.6 Flash model, can book trips, write emails, update calendars, monitor subscriptions and manage workflows without constant user prompts. It directly integrates with Gmail, Google Docs, Sheets and Calendar to handle multi-step tasks automatically. Google says users remain in full control, choosing which apps Gemini Spark can access and changing permissions at any time.
Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers in India can begin using the feature now, though the rollout will extend over the next few weeks. Google has not announced plans to offer Gemini Spark to users of the free version of Gemini.
Indian Opinion Analysis
This launch pits Google directly against Microsoft's Copilot agents, which already automate Office tasks in the enterprise. The key differentiator is Gemini Spark's ability to work persistently in the cloud, meaning it does not require a device to be active. For Indian users, the practical stakes involve subscription costs: Google AI Pro is priced at Rs 1,950 per month and AI Ultra at Rs 19,500 per month. The real test will be whether the agent's automated functions, such as canceling unwanted subscriptions, save enough time to justify those prices. Adoption is likely to be slow until Google releases a clear list of supported third-party apps beyond its own suite. The rollout pace over the coming weeks will signal whether the service is hitting capacity or demand.
Source: thehansindia.com
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