During the Google I/O event in 2025, the tech giant revealed that the Gemini Live Camera and Screen Sharing feature is now being launched for iPhone users. This advancement allows individuals to utilize their smartphone’s camera to broadcast a live feed to the Gemini AI, facilitating discussions regarding the visual content it captures. While this capability has been available on Android devices for a while, it’s making its iPhone debut today.

The functionality brings a variety of potential applications. For instance, users can show Gemini a video of their surroundings and request identification of specific objects. This could involve asking about vehicles, trees, or significant landmarks in the area, or even posing general inquiries about historical sites while traveling. However, the demo presented by Google was marked by a rather awkward video meant to showcase what the Gemini Live Camera is capable of.

The demonstration featured an individual asking intentionally silly and nonsensical questions of the AI, seemingly to prove that Gemini can navigate misconceptions effectively. For instance, the camera was focused on a garbage truck, which the person erroneously labeled as a “convertible.” Gemini promptly corrected the misidentification, affirming it was indeed a garbage truck. The routine was repeated when they referred to a light pole as a “tall skinny building” and a shadow as “someone following” them. Relying solely on this illustration would provide a limited understanding of the true performance potential of the Gemini Live Camera functionality under challenging scenarios.

Fortunately, more practical examples showcasing the capabilities of Gemini Live Camera can be found on the Android blog. Users can seek Gemini’s insights on color schemes for home decoration, gift suggestions, and much more. Provided the AI provides accurate information without ‘hallucinating,’ this feature could prove to be a truly valuable asset, as it also includes screen sharing capabilities. Just remember, it’s best to avoid asking whether your shadow might be a real person.