Google is cramming Gemini AI chat into YouTube on smart TVs

YouTube is planning to test a new Gemini-powered AI feature on smart TVs that allows users to interact with the TV—such as by asking questions about what they’re watching, jumping to a specific timestamp, etc.—using prompts and voice commands, reports Android Authority.

The “Ask” feature is based on Google’s AI assistant Gemini. You’ll be able to call it up by selecting an “Ask” button and then interface with it by choosing from prewritten questions or ask your own questions using the microphone on your TV remote control.

This feature is already available in YouTube’s mobile and web versions, but it will be tested on smart TV platforms such as Google TV, Samsung Tizen, LG webOS, gaming consoles, and streaming boxes.

Google is initially rolling out the test to a small number of users and may expand the launch depending on the response.