Google Labs has introduced Portraits, an AI experiment that allows users to interact conversationally with AI versions of trusted experts, created in partnership with those experts. The first Portrait features Kim Scott, author of Radical Candor, providing AI-powered coaching based on her communication and leadership principles.
How Portraits Work
Users can ask questions and receive responses generated by Google's Gemini AI, which draws directly from Kim Scott's authentic content and delivers advice in her voice through an illustrated avatar. This ensures the AI remains focused on the expert’s specific knowledge and style.
Key Features and Safeguards
- Portraits are built on real experts' content and voices, maintaining authenticity.
- Google has conducted extensive testing and incorporated user feedback mechanisms to identify and mitigate potential issues.
- The experiment is in its early stages, with user feedback playing a crucial role in its development.
Availability and Participation
Currently available in the U.S. for users aged 18 and older, Kim Scott’s Portrait can be accessed at labs.google/portraits. Experts interested in creating their own Portraits can express interest through a partnership form.
