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Google Translate Rolls Out Gemini-Powered Nuance Tools on Mobile in U.S. and India

The launch advances Google’s effort to embed generative AI across core consumer apps.

Overview

  • Translate now suggests alternative phrasings that account for tone, context, and idioms rather than defaulting to literal word swaps.
  • New interactive controls include an “understand” view that explains differences in meaning and tone across suggested options.
  • An “ask” prompt lets users follow up with scenario-specific questions, including country or dialect preferences for a phrase.
  • The features are available today in the Translate app on Android and iOS for users in the United States and India.
  • Google says the experience will expand to the web, with timing not yet announced.