Google’s AI assistant Gemini is to undergo a massive revamp where users will be able to upload multiple pictures in a single query. Currently, Gemini can only process a single image at a time, and for that, individuals have to upload multiple images individually by sending them in different queries. But as per recent leaks, this limitation would be eliminated so that users will be able to post a maximum of ten images simultaneously so that they are processed extensively.
This functionality is currently behind the Google app beta release 16.11.32 and will need to be enabled manually. When it does come out, it will probably first be available on the web before rolling out to Gemini’s mobile apps. Having the ability to analyze many images at once will make Gemini far more valuable, allowing for more powerful context construction and saving time by not needing to upload one at a time.
Gemini already has image description and text extraction features, but these are only available for single-image upload. Users can already make a collage of several photos and upload them in a single prompt, but the process is typically slower than uploading images separately. The upcoming multi-image upload feature will make this process faster, making Gemini comparable to other AI tools like ChatGPT, which already has multi-image capabilities.
The launch of this feature aligns with Google’s larger efforts to make Gemini more functional. Gemini was just updated so that it could do things between multiple apps at once, more fully integrating it into users’ workflows. Some examples include being able to find a restaurant and send the information to a friend simultaneously. Gemini is also being rolled out onto more devices, especially being implemented as the default virtual assistant for Samsung’s new Galaxy S25 series, replacing Bixby.
The inclusion of multi-image analysis in Gemini is another step by Google to expand the functionality of its AI assistant. By expanding Gemini’s ability to handle more complex tasks and larger amounts of data, Google aims to make the assistant more personalized and useful. These include ongoing improvements of features like Deep Research, which uses AI to integrate information from across the web, and Flash Thinking Experimental, a model that is designed to break down prompts into a series of steps for enhanced reasoning and response delivery.
As Gemini gets better, users will have more seamless interactions with the AI assistant. Being able to upload several pictures will not only make Gemini more practical but also assist in making it a more integral tool for managing digital information and tasks. With these enhancements, Gemini will be an even more basic part of daily digital routines.
