Google to release AI agent called ‘Jarvis’ that does your searching & other online tasks for you

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Google is developing an autonomous artificial intelligence agent for Chrome that promises to handle routine online tasks without user intervention. The project, dubbed ‘Project Jarvis’ after the famous AI assistant in Marvel’s Iron Man films, is built on an upcoming version of Google's Gemini AI model and is expected to launch in December alongside Gemini 2.

 

According to The Information, the system operates by taking screenshots of the user's browser, analyzing the content, and performing actions like clicking buttons or completing forms. This approach allows Jarvis to tackle common tasks such as online shopping and travel bookings, presenting users with optimal choices based on their preferences.

 

Unlike Anthropic’s recently launched Claude with Computer Use, which can access various computer functions, Jarvis maintains a narrower focus on Chrome browser activities. Sources indicate the system currently requires several seconds between actions, suggesting it's still being refined for speed and efficiency.

 

The development team is taking a measured approach to the rollout, planning to test the feature with a limited user group before making it widely available. This cautious strategy allows Google to gather feedback and ensure the system meets user needs effectively.

 

• https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/google-gemini/googles-project-jarvis-could-be-biggest-chrome-upgrade-in-15-years-visiting-websites-filling-in-forms-and-making-purchases-for-you-via-ai 
• https://www.theinformation.com/articles/google-preps-ai-that-takes-over-computers 
• https://www.engadget.com/ai/google-is-reportedly-developing-jarvis-ai-that-could-take-over-your-web-browser-163404705.html 

 

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