Google launches native audio model in Gemini Live API

Google has rolled out a major update to its Live API within the Gemini API, introducing a new native audio model available in preview. This update makes voice agents more reliable and natural in real-time conversations.

In a social media blog post, Google explained that the two key additions: more robust function calling and more natural conversations.

Function calling lets voice agents connect to external data and services, mainly used for tasks like booking appointments or getting real-time information. With the updated model, the accuracy of single…