Google never fails to amaze and in the evolving field of AI, it is introducing a groundbreaking feature that’s set to revolutionize the way we interact with our digital workspace. Say hello to “Duet AI,” a contextual, real-time AI collaborator that’s about to take center stage in the Google Workspace. But what exactly is Duet AI, and how will it impact your workspace experience? Let’s dive right in!
What’s Duet AI, and Why is it Exciting?
Duet AI, as Google describes it, is a “contextual, real-time AI collaborator” that’s here to make your workspace interactions smarter and more efficient. It’s not just any run-of-the-mill AI tool; it’s a game-changer. Picture this: a new icon to the left of your account avatar in the top-right corner of Workspace (web) apps. Click on it, and voila, you’re greeted by a chat UI that brings Duet to life.
Duet’s Power
So, what can you do with Duet AI? The possibilities are vast. You can prompt Duet to do everything from summarizing emails and documents to creating engaging presentations. The AI’s potential knows no bounds, and it’s all about making your work more efficient and productive. Duet AI’s journey began at the Google I/O conference in May, and it was showcased again at Cloud Next in August, leaving tech enthusiasts eager to get their hands on this exciting tool.
Privacy and Data Protection
Of course, with great power comes great responsibility. Google is acutely aware of the need to safeguard your privacy and data. That’s why, ahead of testing the Duet AI side panel, Google has rolled out significant updates to its “Google Workspace Labs Privacy Notice and Terms.” These changes are geared towards ensuring that your data is handled with the utmost care and transparency.
The most crucial aspect Google is emphasizing is that your emails, documents, and spreadsheets will not be accessed by human reviewers or used for product improvement unless they are aggregated and/or pseudonymized. This commitment to data privacy is an essential step in building trust with users.
What Data Does Google Collect?
It’s only natural to wonder what data Google will collect when you interact with Duet AI. According to a helpful article, Google gathers the following information:
- Your prompts
- User-provided input, like highlighted text or explicitly referenced Workspace content as part of your prompt
- Google-selected input, including Workspace content, such as your documents and emails, that Google may process automatically to generate document summaries or provide personalized generated content
- Generated output
- Refinements to prompts, input, or generated output
- Feedback
Google, however, advises users not to include sensitive, confidential, or personal information that can be used to identify individuals in their prompts. As for data retention, Workspace Labs Data is stored independently of your Google account and is kept for 18 months. Copies of Workspace Labs Data that have been reviewed or annotated by human reviewers may be retained for up to 4 years.
Opting Out of Workspace Labs
For those who may have reservations or wish to opt out of Workspace Labs, Google provides an option to do so. However, they do caution that “you may not be able to rejoin the program.” So, it’s a decision that should be made thoughtfully.
As Google prepares to test this groundbreaking feature, it’s clear that the tech giant is committed to delivering innovative solutions that enhance the user experience. Stay tuned for the official launch of Duet AI, and get ready to take your workspace to the next level!
