Google DeepMind says Gemini Robotics 2 enables full body control
Google DeepMind has introduced Gemini Robotics 2, a new vision-language-action model capable of controlling full-body movements in humanoid robots. The update allows robots to perform complex, multi-step tasks and adapt to new hardware more efficiently.
Why it matters
Represents a significant advancement in physical AI, moving robotics from simple tabletop manipulation to complex, whole-body real-world interaction.
By The Robot Report Staff | August 2, 2026
DeepMind says Gemini Robotics 2 can control the five-fingered, 22 degree-of-freedom SharpaWave hand on Apptronik’s Apollo 2 humanoid. | Source: Google DeepMind
Google DeepMind last week unveiled Gemini Robotics 2, the latest version of its vision-language-action, or VLA, model.
With the first version, the company showed how Gemini’s multimodal understanding could drive real-world action. The updated version includes intelligent whole-body control, advanced dexterity, and multi-robot collaboration, DeepMind said.
Gemini Robotics 2 enables robots to reason through every movement, unlocking a broad range of tasks. For example, it could enable a humanoid to walk, crouch, stretch, and manipulate objects to clean up a cluttered room. The robot could also team up with other robots to finish the job faster.
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