Google's latest AI tool may help identify common skin conditions

At Google I/O today, the company announced a new AI-powered "dermatology assist" tool that could help anyone with a smartphone get more information about common skin conditions. According to Google, the project as been in the works for three years and it hopes to launch it as a pilot later this year. The tool is actually a web-based application that you use along with your smartphone's camera. After taking three photos of your skin, hair or nails from different angles, you'll have to answer questions about your skin type, the issue you're currently experiencing and any symptoms you may have. The AI model, which is built upon knowledge of 288 conditions, will then analyze the information you provided and give you a list of possible matches.