Yandex has expanded its search capabilities with the full integration of its AI service, Neuro.
Launched in April 2024, Neuro was initially available for specific queries within Yandex apps, including Alice and Yandex Browser. Now, the AI-driven tool will assist with all types of searches, including more complex queries.
At Yandex’s Search Day event in Moscow on October 3, 2024, Dmitry Masyuk, head of the Yandex Search and Advertising Technologies group, introduced the latest advancements in Yandex Search.
He explained that Neuro is designed to provide detailed answers in a conversational style and now handles around 20% of all searches by default. Users can also manually engage Neuro to clarify answers or ask follow-up questions.
Neuro’s AI capabilities allow it to tackle complex, multi-part questions. For example, when comparing flight durations between cities like Moscow, Beijing, and Hanoi, Neuro automatically breaks down the query and provides a direct answer. In addition, it understands the relevance of current events, such as upcoming concerts and match results.
Enhanced Features With Neuro
Neuro goes beyond answering basic questions. Users can now find detailed product information and service recommendations in dialogue mode.
The AI tool can help book appointments with doctors, compare banking products, or explore various product options. Yandex Search includes a database with over 2.7 billion product listings from online stores, making it easier for users to find exactly what they are looking for.
In addition, Neuro can solve school math problems for students up to grade 9. Users can enter the problem text into the search bar or upload a handwritten photo. Plans are underway for Neuro to handle physics and chemistry problems as well.
Image Search With AI
Yandex has also introduced AI-powered image search through its VLM (Visual Language Models). Users can now ask questions about images, and the service will analyze them pixel by pixel to provide accurate answers. This capability is accessible via Image Search and Smart Camera in Yandex apps.
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