Gemini 3.8 Live and Live Extended Thinking: real-time dialogue and deeper reasoning
Google introduced Gemini 3.8 Live and Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking on September 15, 2026. Live focuses on low-latency, scalable voice conversation with visual context. Live Extended Thinking is designed for more complex, multi-step tasks with deeper background reasoning while the conversation continues. Both are developer audio models available through the Gemini API and Google AI Studio, while product entry points and availability differ across Search Live, Gemini Live, Workspace, Gmail and Keep. Their release does not mean that every Google AI Pro or Ultra account automatically receives Live API access or developer quota. Check the target account, region, product, quota and billing terms on Google official developer pages. GuideWhale provides independent third-party Gemini subscription assistance and is not affiliated with Google LLC.