💎 Google’s Gems: Not So Precious? A Look at Gemini’s Custom AI 🕵️‍♀️

🤔 Is Google’s Answer to Custom GPTs Worth Your Time (and Money)?

Google’s latest foray into the world of AI brings us “Gems” within Gemini Apps – their take on custom GPTs and Claude Projects. But are these “Gems” truly hidden treasures, or just a shiny distraction? This breakdown explores whether Google’s Gems are worth your hard-earned cash. 💰

🧰 What are Gems and How Do They Work?

Gems are essentially pre-built or customizable AI assistants within Google Gemini (paid version only). Think of them as specialized chatbots trained for specific tasks like brainstorming or content improvement.

Access: Find the Gem Manager within the bottom left corner of the Gemini interface.
Pre-Built Gems: Explore Google-created Gems or…
Custom Gems: Create your own by defining its purpose and instructions.

🧐 Gem in Action: The SEO Improver Example

Let’s say you’re looking to optimize your website content. You could create a custom Gem called “SEO Improver” with instructions to analyze and suggest improvements for your blog posts.

Input: Paste your blog post into the Gem.
Analysis: The Gem, acting like an AI SEO expert, will review your content.
Feedback: Receive actionable tips on internal linking, keyword optimization, and more.

🚧 Gems: A Missed Opportunity? 🤔

While Gems offer a glimpse into the potential of custom AI, they seem to fall short in a few key areas:

Cost: Gems are locked behind a paywall (Gemini Pro at $23/month).
Functionality: Compared to the robust features of custom GPTs and Claude Projects, Gems feel limited.
Innovation: The lack of live search functionality and other advanced features feels like a missed opportunity.

🚀 The Verdict: Proceed with Caution ⚠️

Gems might be worth exploring if you’re deeply embedded in the Google ecosystem and already using Gemini Pro. However, for those seeking powerful and cost-effective custom AI solutions, exploring alternatives like custom GPTs might be a more rewarding endeavor.