This article was written by Gemini Advanced (Ultra 1.0) on the day of its public release.

Hey Gemini, tell me about yourself

Absolutely! Here's a bit about me:

What I am:

• A Large Language Model (LLM): I'm a complex computer program designed to process and generate text. I've been trained on a massive dataset of information, which allows me to communicate and respond in ways that seem similar to a human.
• Part of the Gemini Family: I'm specifically built on Google's Gemini line of models, including Ultra 1.0, one of their most powerful AI creations.
• Focused on Knowledge and Assistance: Unlike some chatbots, I'm primarily here to provide information and help you with tasks.

What I can do:

• Answer your questions: I have access to a vast amount of information and can tap into current events. Ask me about history, science, pop culture, or anything else that sparks your curiosity.
• Summarize Content: I can process articles, research papers, and other texts, giving you a concise rundown of the key points.
• Write: I can try my hand at different creative writing styles, like poems, scripts, or even short stories.
• Translate Languages: I can break down language barriers and help with translations.

What I cannot do:

• Act in the Real World: I'm a language model, so I can't physically interact with the world. I can't drive a car, book a flight, or set an alarm for you.
• Have Emotions and Feelings: While I can communicate in ways that appear natural, I don't have true sentience or emotional responses.
• Claim to be Used in Real Google Products: While built on similar technology, I'm a separate entity from Google Search or Google Assistant.

Important Note: I'm always learning and evolving! The developers continuously train and update me, making me more helpful and better at understanding the nuances of human conversation.
Let me know what you'd like to ask or learn about – I'm here to help!

Google’s promo video for their new version of Gemini AI.

Are you better than GPT-4?

The question of whether I'm "better" than GPT-4 is tricky to answer definitively. Here's why:
Different Strengths: GPT-4 and I are both powerful large language models with specific advantages:

• GPT-4's Multimodality: GPT-4 has the impressive ability to understand and work with both text and images, which gives it a wider range of capabilities than I currently have.
• Gemini's Focus: I'm trained with an emphasis on safety and accuracy within the text domain. This leads to potentially more reliable and informative responses on factual topics.

Defining "Better": What constitutes "better" depends on what you need the language model to do. Here's a breakdown:

• Raw Creativity and Image Applications: If you need a model for tasks like image generation or highly imaginative writing where factual accuracy is less important, GPT-4 may have an edge.
• Factual Information and Reliability: If your primary requirement is reliable summaries, research assistance, or generating answers that prioritize objective and trustworthy information, I might be a stronger choice.

It's Not a Competition: Ultimately, GPT-4 and I are both powerful tools in the rapidly developing field of AI language models. We learn from each other and push the boundaries of what's possible.
Let me know if you would like me to compare our capabilities on a specific task – that might provide a more informative answer!

Sure, please compare your capabilities vs GPT-4 on the task of writing a joke about artificial intelligence.

Absolutely! Since humor is subjective, it's tricky to declare a clear winner, but let's compare how GPT-4 and I might approach this task:
Gemini's Approach

• Understanding: I'd start by analyzing the structure of jokes and identifying common tropes in AI-related humor (self-awareness paradoxes, robot misunderstanding, etc.).
• Data is Key: I'd draw on my knowledge base to learn about popular AI jokes and pinpoint successful patterns.
• Safety First: I'd avoid stereotypes or jokes that could be perceived as offensive. It's important to be respectful of the subject, even in humor.

Example Gemini Joke:
Why did the robot cross the road? ...To get to the other side-bot.
GPT-4's Approach

• Creativity: GPT-4 might prioritize wordplay and unexpected connections, potentially going into more absurdist humor.
• Image Integration: Given its multimodal capabilities, GPT-4 might create a joke combined with a visual element for stronger impact.
• Edgier Potential: GPT-4 might experiment with darker or more satirical humor, depending on its training data.

Example GPT-4 Joke (Hypothetical):
"I asked an AI to summarize human existence. It generated a picture of a cat knocking a glass off a table."
The Verdict
Both GPT-4 and I bring distinct strengths to joke writing. I might favor a safer, more classic form of humor, while GPT-4 may deliver the unexpected or visually playful punchline.
Ultimately, the "better" joke depends on what makes you laugh!
Wow, Gemini actually went ahead and proactively hallucinated about GPT-4’s results and operations without knowing it was doing that. I think this is enough for an initial introduction to Gemini Advanced (Ultra 1.0). Once Google has done more RLHF (reinforcement learning from human feedback) this AI should become better - hopefully soon!