Google beings rolling out Gemini's real-time AI video features

The rollout appears limited, with reports from Android users starting to see new interface options. According to 9to5Google, a Xiaomi phone user recently spotted a "Share screen with Live" button appearing above the existing "Ask about screen" suggestion. This same user also gained access to the real-time camera capabilities, which can be accessed through the full Gemini Live interface.
These features, first demonstrated nearly a year ago as "Project Astra," enable two key capabilities. The first allows Gemini to interpret what's on a user's screen to answer questions about content. The second lets the AI assistant view and respond to real-time camera feeds, such as helping users choose paint colors for pottery projects, as demonstrated in 's promotional videos.
The implementation includes a phone call-style notification system and a more compact fullscreen interface, though these elements aren't yet widely available. Google previously announced that Pixel and Galaxy S25 series owners would be "among the first" to receive Project Astra capabilities, though the current rollout doesn't appear technically limited to specific devices.
This development highlights Google's lead in AI assistant technology as competitors prepare similar offerings. Amazon is readying its limited early access debut of Alexa Plus, while Apple has delayed its upgraded Siri. Both are expected to feature capabilities similar to what Project Astra now enables.
The features are currently available to subscribers of Google's One AI Premium plan, which starts at $19.99 per month. While currently appearing on Android devices, Google has not yet announced expanded support for iPhone users.