Google makes Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar generally available

Google made Gemini 3.8 Live with Live Avatar generally available to Gemini Enterprise customers on September 24, 2026. The system generates real-time video of a talking avatar synchronized with synthesized speech, with lip-sync, facial expression and fluid turn-taking via the Gemini Live API. Google offers preset avatars and custom creation, with US and EU endpoints.