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Instead of calling a plumber for a blocked sink, one man used Gemini Live, which explained what might be wrong and what he needed to buy. He double-checked the advice with another AI, fixed the sink in about 15 minutes and now understands how to do it again.
My [KITCHEN/BATHROOM] sink is blocked: [DESCRIBE, E.G. WATER DRAINS SLOWLY, GURGLES, SMELLS]. I'm a beginner. I'm going to show you the pipes under the sink. Explain what's probably causing it, what tools or supplies I need, and talk me through a safe fix one step at a time, waiting for me to finish each step. Tell me when I should stop and call a plumber instead.
Replace the [PLACEHOLDERS] with your own details before you send it.
How to try it
- Start Gemini Live, turn on the camera and show it the sink and the pipes underneath.
- Ask what’s likely wrong and what you need, then follow its steps one at a time with a bucket ready.
- Double-check anything you’re unsure of, and call a plumber if it involves gas, electrics or leaks you can’t stop.
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Reference: X @davipar