Simon Willison's llm tool adds multimodal embeddings, cheaper default

The developer Simon Willison has released version 0.37 of his `llm` tool, introducing multimodal embeddings and a more cost-effective default model. The update allows the tool to process various content types for embeddings, which is crucial for models like Gemini Embedding 2 that handle text, audio, images, and video. While this change is beneficial for offline analysis and retrieval tasks, it is noted that real-time applications still face latency challenges with embedding models. AI

IMPACT Enables more versatile embedding capabilities for AI tools, particularly for offline analysis and retrieval tasks.

RANK_REASON Software tool update with new features and model changes.

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• Gemini Embedding 2
• GPT-6 Luna
• llm
• Microsoft Windows
• Simon Willison

• product
• infra

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