Two Names, One Innovation

What’s going on here? Google may be considering rebranding “Assistant with Bard” to just “Bard.” The latest version of the Google app beta introduces “Gemini” as a potential candidate name instead of “Bard.” This name change also extends to “Bard Advanced,” which would become “Gemini Advanced.” Additionally, the app reveals that YouTube Music will become a Bard Extension that users can invoke.

What does this mean? The potential rebranding of “Assistant with Bard” to “Bard” aligns with the familiar Bard experience on the web, while allowing Google Assistant to remain its own distinct entity. However, referring to a product by the model name, such as “Gemini,” may seem unusual. It raises questions about Google’s naming conventions and whether the name of the product will change whenever a new Large Language Model (LLM) is introduced. The article suggests that a rename at this stage, before launch, could be a strategic move for Google, although the full story is not yet known.

Why should I care? If you have been using “Assistant with Bard” or are familiar with the Bard experience on the web, the potential rebranding to just “Bard” could be of interest to you. It could indicate a more streamlined and cohesive user experience with Google Assistant. Additionally, the inclusion of YouTube Music as a Bard Extension could offer new functionalities and integration between the Assistant and the music streaming platform. However, it remains to be seen how these potential changes will play out and what impact they will have on users.

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