Gemini 3.5 Transcribe Released: Why Function Calling in a Speech-to-Text Model?
giffmana · x · 2026-08-27
A user questions the inclusion of "Function Calling" in the new Gemini 3.5 Transcribe model. The model features smart transcription, lower WER, custom vocabulary, multi-speaker ID, and 85+ language support with real-time streaming. Function Calling likely allows triggering custom logic within the transcription workflow.
Related event: Google Launches Gemini 3.5 Transcribe Speech-to-Text Model(29 posts)→
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