Alongside the new navigation drawer and the stable release of 2.5 Pro, the Gemini app is now introducing video uploads and analysis, allowing the inclusion of clips in your prompts.
Update 6/19: Video upload functionality has now been made available to all Gemini app users, both free and paid. Ensure that you have the latest version of the Gemini app on iPhone/iPad or the Google app on Android (version 16.24 stable). Once updated, click the ‘plus’ menu to find the video in your “Gallery” or “Files.”
This feature is also accessible on gemini.google.com; simply drag a file to the prompt bar to use it.
Original 6/17: Users can now upload their own video files in addition to documents and images. This feature complements the existing ability to inquire about YouTube content via links. Gemini will analyze the uploaded video and respond to queries about it.
In the first (left and center) example below, I inquired about the time shown on the Nest Hub. The video displays above with a complete player interface for rewatching.
In the second (right) interaction, I requested a description and received:
“This seems to depict a calming forest scene in autumn. A narrow trail, blanketed with fallen leaves in vibrant hues of orange, brown, and yellow, meanders through the trees. The foliage showcases beautiful reds, oranges, and golden yellows, signaling the peak of the fall season. Sunlight filters through the branches, casting dappled light and shadows along the path, emphasizing the lively colors of the leaves. It’s a peaceful setting, ideal for a tranquil walk within nature’s splendor, accompanied by the soothing sound of crunching leaves underfoot.”
To upload a video file, open the plus menu and select either Gallery or Files. If the feature is active for your account, videos can be selected; otherwise, the option will appear grayed out.
The rollout of Gemini’s video upload feature is not yet extensive. Availability varies by account and devices checked today, but it appears to be accessible for both free and paid accounts on Android (Google app 16.23 beta) and iOS, as well as on 2.5 Flash and 2.5 Pro. Currently, this feature is not available on the web, displaying a “File type unsupported” message in the prompt bar.
Google has yet to enhance the built-in Gemini camera for video recording.
