Google's Bard Advanced Set to Revolutionize Conversations, But Not for Free

Features, Subscription Model, and Future of Bard Advanced on the Google App

NEWS  AI  January 25, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

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Google is gearing up to introduce "Bard Advanced" to its Google app on Android devices. However, this advancement comes with a unique twist—users will need to subscribe to unlock the full suite of tools embedded within Bard Advanced.

As initially observed by AssembleDeBug on X, Bard Advanced is in the works for the Google app, and a snippet of code reveals that users will encounter a prompt stating:

"This conversation was created with Bard Advanced. Subscribe to Bard Advanced on the web to continue this conversation."

This shift towards a subscription-based model signals Google's commitment to enhancing user experience through advanced conversational features.

So Google Bard Advance will be available in the Google App as well but you're gonna need a subscription for it.
Some other strings indicate that the advanced mode can be turned on/off. As well as some advanced feature won't be available on mobile.#Google #Android #AI #Bard pic.twitter.com/N7WKqqs6EC

— AssembleDebug (@AssembleDebug) January 24, 2024

Digging deeper into the code, it was uncovered that users will have the option to toggle Bard's advanced mode on or off. However, not all of the advanced features will be accessible on mobile devices, introducing a tiered experience for users based on their platform of choice.

What's notable is the introduction of a price tag associated with Bard Advanced, echoing a previous code discovery that hinted at a potential integration with Google One. While the specifics of this integration remain unclear, it raises the question of whether Bard Advanced will be linked to all tiers of Google One or exclusively to the higher-priced options. Additionally, users might enjoy a complimentary three-month access period when Bard Advanced officially debuts.

The unveiling of Bard Advanced comes hot on the heels of Google's announcement of its new AI model, Gemini, and its diverse sizes. The most robust variant, Ultra, is still under development, with promises of handling "highly complex tasks".

This suggests that certain advanced features within Bard will be gated behind a subscription paywall.

Currently undergoing tests with a select group of users, Bard Advanced is poised for an "early" 2024 launch, as hinted by Google during the Gemini reveal.

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