Google unveils Gemini 3.5 Transcribe for smarter speech-to-text
Google is launching Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, a new speech-to-text AI model that removes filler words and supports more than 85 languages.
What happened?
Google has announced Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, a new AI model focused on audio transcription and speech-to-text. The model supports automatic detection of more than 85 languages, as well as specialised jargon and industry terminology. Beyond basic text conversion, the model has built-in functionality to automatically edit out hesitation words such as "um" and "ah."
Key facts
| Modellnamn | Gemini 3.5 Transcribe |
|---|---|
| Språkstöd | Över 85 språk |
| Lanseringsmånad | Juli 2026 |
Why it matters
Standard speech-to-text often requires extensive post-processing to remove filler words and correctly identify technical concepts. By integrating these features directly into Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, developers building voice-based AI agents can reduce both complexity and latency.
Who is affected?
Developers, companies, and organisations building applications for audio analysis, meeting notes, and automated transcription are directly impacted. End-users of services integrating Google Cloud Vertex AI will also gain access to more precise and refined text from audio files.
Impact on the EU
The model is distributed globally via Google Cloud Vertex AI and AI Studio, making it available to developers in the EU. However, companies processing audio data within the EU must ensure compliance with GDPR and the EU AI Act regarding data storage and privacy.
What else you should know
The announcement coincides with updates to several other models in the Gemini family, as Google continues to specialise its AI models for specific infrastructure needs.
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