Gemini Live Extended Thinking: background reasoning in native audio (pelican SVG demo)

For the first time, frontier-level reasoning is available in Gemini's native audio experience. The standard model takes a crack at a pelican-riding-a-bike SVG, then Thor switches to the Extended Thinking model — which generates a far better pelican in the background while staying responsive and chatting mid-task. A clear picture of how background reasoning and real-time interaction work together. Featuring Thor Schaeff, Google DeepMind. From:    • What's new in the Gemini Live API