Tag: Google Gemini

  • Lowe Lintas & Google Gemini put AI to test in everyday moments

    Lowe Lintas & Google Gemini put AI to test in everyday moments

    MUMBAI: That’s the playful pitch behind a new campaign by Lowe Lintas for Google Gemini, designed to take artificial intelligence out of the lab coat and into everyday life. Instead of talking about algorithms and tech jargon, the series of short films makes AI look like the friend who helps you file your expenses, revise for exams, or even sharpen your sports game.

    The campaign spans nine snappy 20-second films, each capturing simple scenarios where Gemini comes to the rescue, whether you’re a student juggling assignments, a professional under pressure, or someone just trying to fix that stubborn office projector.

    By rooting AI in real-world quirks rather than sci-fi fantasy, Gemini is positioned as ‘Your Everyday AI Assistant’, a guide for students, a productivity hack for busy professionals, and a time-saver for anyone stuck in life’s little muddles.

    Sharing her thoughts on the campaign, Lowe Lintas, president (Creative),  Vasudha Misra said, “AI often feels like a big, complex idea, but we wanted to show just how simple it can be. With Google Gemini, all it takes is one press of a button on your Android phone. No complicated setups, no jargon, just real help in real moments, whether it’s fixing a projector that won’t connect or revising for an exam. Suddenly, AI isn’t abstract anymore, it’s an everyday ally, ready when you need it most.”

    The films carry a lightness of touch: relatable, quick, and quietly persuasive, encouraging viewers not just to admire the technology but to try it for themselves. The campaign is now live across digital and offline platforms. 

  • Agoda ropes in Ayushmann Khurrana as AI-powered Mr. Vacaywala for travel planning stunt

    Agoda ropes in Ayushmann Khurrana as AI-powered Mr. Vacaywala for travel planning stunt

    MUMBAI: Agoda has packed its bags and brought Hindi cinema to the boarding gate. The travel-tech brand launched its limited-time AI Vacation Planner for Indian travellers, fronted by actor Ayushmann Khurrana who plays a charming new character — Mr. Vacaywala, chief wellness officer.

    Built in collaboration with Google, the platform promises holiday solutions on command. It combines Gemini and Imagen technologies with Agoda’s travel inventory to generate tailor-made itineraries, complete with dazzling visuals and Ayushmann’s AI-voiced commentary — calling users by their first name, no less. The AI Vacation Planner is live on AgodaVacationPlanner.com till 30 June.

    “Travel is all about discovery and inspiration. Agoda’s use of AI to create personalized recommendations and stunning visuals makes it easier for people to dream, plan, and book their next adventure”, said Khurrana. “We take away the stress of putting together an itinerary, because we do it for you!”

    Users enter their preferences, and within seconds the platform assembles custom plans, cherry-picked from Agoda’s five million holiday properties, 130,000 flight routes, and 300,000 activities. Imagen renders this into an interactive visual story, and Mr. Vacaywala narrates the itinerary using text-to-speech.

    Agoda country director for India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, Gaurav Malik said, “We’ve redefined the travel planning experience to be both personal and inspiring”.

    Google’s Pulkit Lambah added, “We collectively embark on a journey to truly reimagine travel – moving beyond simple bookings to instantly personalized, vividly inspiring journeys”.

    The campaign also showcases the work of Kulfi Collective and AI studio Truefan, with promotional pushes planned across Youtube and Meta. Through hyper-targeted ads and a Hindi cinema twist, Agoda’s AI-powered journey into Indian hearts is already on the runway.