In the ongoing battle of AI advancements, Google has unveiled a significant new feature for its Gemini platform: the ability to “remember” user-specific details. Dubbed the “Saved Info” feature, this capability is now available to Gemini Advanced subscribers through the Google One AI Premium plan. It’s designed to personalize interactions by tailoring responses based on your shared preferences and interests.

What does “Saved Info” do?

The feature works similarly to OpenAI’s “Memory” for ChatGPT. Gemini can now retain details like your dietary preferences, hobbies, work details, or even aspirations. For example, if you’re a vegetarian, Gemini could prioritize vegetarian recipes in its suggestions. Users can manage this information through a dedicated “Saved Info” page, where they can view, edit, or delete stored data. Importantly, Gemini is transparent about using this information, marking when it influences a response.

Google emphasizes user control and transparency. You decide what Gemini remembers, and any saved information can be removed at any time. However, like other AI systems, Gemini’s use of your data comes with caveats. Depending on your settings, some stored information might contribute to Google’s AI training or be reviewed by employees for quality assurance. For those wary of data sharing, Google allows you to adjust privacy settings, such as disabling Gemini’s app activity tracking.

OpenAI introduced a similar memory feature for ChatGPT Plus subscribers earlier in 2024. Both Gemini and ChatGPT are moving toward AI systems that feel more intuitive and less repetitive, saving you the hassle of reintroducing yourself with each session. While Gemini offers its memory feature as part of a broader subscription with additional perks like expanded Google Drive storage, OpenAI focuses more narrowly on its AI capabilities.

The Saved Info feature is currently limited to Gemini Advanced users, available in English only. With this addition, Gemini takes another step toward becoming a personalized assistant, potentially transforming how users interact with AI.

For those already invested in the Google ecosystem, this could be a game-changer. For others, it’s a signal of the growing competition in making AI smarter, more user-friendly, and, crucially, more personal.