Google is reportedly approaching the release of its highly anticipated Gemini 4 model, a move that comes after the tech giant fell behind competitors in launching major AI updates. In his first media interview since becoming the head of Google DeepMind, Koray Kavukcuoglu revealed that the next-generation model is currently undergoing refinement.
Kavukcuoglu, speaking to The Information, emphasized that the company intends to launch Gemini 4 “much earlier” than the end of the current year. He noted that Google is eager to share an early post-training version of the model as soon as possible.
“We see the results and we are excited,” Kavukcuoglu said, adding that the team plans to maintain a rapid iteration schedule. The comments signal a significant shift in Google’s AI release strategy as it seeks to regain momentum in the competitive artificial intelligence landscape.
Honestly, I just want it to stop hallucinating facts. If that improves, I’m a happy camper.
The rapid iteration schedule is impressive. Maybe this pace will force the whole industry to move faster.
Will Gemini 4 beat GPT-5 in benchmarks? That’s the real question everyone is waiting for.
I’m skeptical. Every year they say imminent and then… nothing. Let’s see actual results before cheering.
Finally! Google has been lagging behind so it’s good to see them pushing for speed again.