Google DeepMind releases Gemini 3.8 Live models for real-time voice agents
Original titleIntroducing Gemini 3.8 Live and 3.8 Live Extended Thinking
AISummary
Google DeepMind introduced Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking, two live dialogue models for voice agents. Extended Thinking scores 82.6 on Artificial Analysis' Speech to Speech Quality Index, 68.6% on τ-Voice, and 97.7% on Big Bench Audio. Gemini 3.8 Live is rolling out now in the Gemini API, Google AI Studio, and Search Live, with enterprise access in private preview.
AIWhy it matters
The release covers a voice model's benchmark results and availability across developer, enterprise, and consumer products, useful for judging voice agent options.
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