Enable Google’s AI assistant Duet in Google Workspace! #72
TLDRThe video script offers a step-by-step guide on enabling Google's AI assistant, Duet, for Google Workspace Business accounts. It clarifies that Duet's functionalities are accessible for free through Google Labs in personal accounts, and demonstrates how to toggle between accounts for small business owners to utilize these features without incurring extra costs. The video also includes a brief on how to access the free trial for business accounts and the option to upgrade to Google Workspace Enterprise for full Duet integration.
Takeaways
- 👤 The video is a tutorial by Josh Evilsizer on enabling Google's AI assistant, Duet, in Google Workspace business accounts.
- 🔓 To enable Duet, one must have a Google Workspace Business account, as it's not available for personal accounts or below Business Starter tier.
- 📝 There are simple steps provided in the video to unlock Duet, which also applies to enabling 'Help me write', 'Organize', and 'Visualize' features.
- 🔄 Google Workspace Business Standard or higher plans include access to Duet AI, which is an upgrade from the basic plan.
- 💰 The cost for Duet AI is an increase from $12 to $30 per month, but it can be trialed for free before committing.
- 🚫 The video creator chooses not to apply for Duet AI due to cost and prefers using the free personal account equivalent features.
- 🎥 A demonstration is provided to show how to navigate to Duet AI within the Google Workspace admin account.
- 🔗 Links to additional resources, such as how to enable 'Help me write' through Google Labs, are provided in the video description.
- 🖼️ Examples of using 'Help me visualize' in Google Slides are shown, illustrating the feature's utility.
- 💡 The video emphasizes the choice between upgrading to use Duet AI or using a free personal account with similar functionality.
- 📌 The video concludes with an encouragement for viewers to subscribe and share the content if they found it helpful.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the video?
-The main topic of the video is how to enable Google's AI assistant, Duet, in Google Workspace business accounts.
Who is the speaker in the video?
-The speaker in the video is Josh Evilsizer.
What features are included in Google's Duet AI assistant?
-Google's Duet AI assistant includes features such as 'Help me write', 'Organize', and 'Visualize'.
Is it possible to enable Duet AI for free?
-Yes, it is possible to use similar features for free through a personal Google Workspace account or a Gmail account by enabling the 'Help me write' function via Google Labs.
What are the minimum requirements for a Google Workspace account to enable Duet AI?
-The minimum requirement is a Google Workspace Business Standard or higher account.
How can one start a free trial for Duet AI?
-To start a free trial for Duet AI, one can click on the 'billing' tab, then 'get more services', and select 'Google Workspace Add-ons' to find and click on the Duet AI option for a trial.
What does the speaker suggest for individuals or small businesses?
-The speaker suggests that individuals or small businesses can use the free personal account features instead of paying for the Duet AI upgrade, as the functionality is essentially the same.
How does one switch between Google Workspace business and personal accounts?
-One can switch between Google Workspace business and personal accounts by logging out of one account and logging into the other, which allows access to the 'Help me visualize' and other similar features on the personal account.
What does the speaker mention about the cost of Duet AI?
-The speaker mentions that the cost of Duet AI is an additional $18 per month, going from $12 per month for Business Starter to $30 per month for the Enterprise level.
What is the speaker's stance on upgrading to Duet AI?
-The speaker chooses not to upgrade to Duet AI due to the cost and because the same features can be accessed for free through a personal account.
How can viewers access additional resources related to the video?
-Viewers can access additional resources such as the slides, video outline, and ask questions by visiting the comment section of the video.
Outlines
🔧 Enabling Google's Duet AI in Workspace Business Accounts
This paragraph discusses the process of enabling Google's Duet AI assistant in Google Workspace business accounts. It highlights the necessity of having a Google Workspace Business account and clarifies that the features can also be accessed for free through a personal account. The speaker, Josh Evilsizer, explains that the video will demonstrate the steps to unlock Duet and its features, but notes that these are only available for accounts above the Business Starter tier. He also mentions that he won't be purchasing the service due to cost, instead opting to use the free version available in personal accounts.
🎉 Free Usage of Duet AI and Google Workspace Features
In this paragraph, the speaker emphasizes the option to use Google's Duet AI and its features for free in personal Google Workspace accounts. He explains that whether one chooses to upgrade to the paid version or continue using the free account depends on personal or company preferences. The speaker shares his experience of using the 'Help me Visualize' feature in Google Slides and demonstrates how easy it is to switch between accounts to access these features. He concludes by encouraging viewers to be productive with the knowledge shared in the video.
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Keywords
💡Google Workspace
💡Duet AI Assistant
💡Help Me Write
💡Organize
💡Visualize
💡Free Trial
💡Billing and Add-Ons
💡Upgrade
💡Google Labs
💡Personal Account
💡Productivity
Highlights
The video covers enabling Google's AI assistant Duet in Google Workspace business accounts.
Google Workspace business account owners or users can find help on enabling Duet AI assistant and 'Help me write' features.
Google has not made the process of enabling Duet completely easy, and the video provides necessary redirects and clarifications.
The video offers a step-by-step guide to unlock or enable Duet and 'Help me write' features in a Google Workspace business account.
The process is applicable for Google Workspace accounts above Business Starter, as those below that level won't have access.
The video also addresses how to select a free trial and the presenter's choice not to apply for it due to cost considerations.
Google's Duet AI is essentially the same as the 'Help me write', 'Organize', or 'Visualize' features available for free in personal Google Workspace or Gmail accounts.
The presenter demonstrates how to switch between accounts to utilize the 'Help me visualize' feature in Google Slides for free.
The decision to upgrade to a paid plan or continue using a free account depends on the user's specific needs and circumstances.
The video provides a practical demonstration of the process on how to enable Duet AI in an admin account.
By upgrading from Google Workspace Business Standard to Enterprise, one can enable Duet AI for an additional cost.
The presenter explains why they prefer using the free personal account features over purchasing the business version.
The video includes links in the comments section for downloading a document and accessing related tutorials.
The presenter emphasizes the ease of switching between accounts to use the AI features for free.
The video concludes with a thank you message and an invitation for viewers to subscribe and share the content.
The video also encourages viewers to leave questions in the comments section for further interaction and assistance.