When Google Chrome first launched back in 2008, it set out to be a browser that was faster, more secure, and more stable than anything else on the market. It succeeded, and in doing so, it kickstarted a new era of web innovation. Today, Google is taking the next critical step in that journey by … [Read more...] about How Google is turning Chrome into your intelligent partner on the web
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Gemini in Chrome is here, and it’s bringing Agentic AI to help wherever you are on the web
While we've seen Gemini's powerful AI integrated into countless Google products over the past year, its arrival in the Chrome browser itself has been the one many have been waiting for. Today, Google is pulling back the curtain on a massive suite of 10 new AI-powered features for Chrome, … [Read more...] about Gemini in Chrome is here, and it’s bringing Agentic AI to help wherever you are on the web
Google’s new experimental app for Windows is like Spotlight for your PC, with Lens built right in
For years, users of MacOS and ChromeOS have enjoyed powerful, built-in universal search tools that can find files, apps, and web results all in one place. While Windows has its own search, it's never quite felt as seamless. Now, in a fascinating move, Google is stepping in to fill that gap with a … [Read more...] about Google’s new experimental app for Windows is like Spotlight for your PC, with Lens built right in
YouTube is getting powerful new AI tools, including free Veo 3 video generation in Shorts
At its annual Made on YouTube event, Google just unveiled a powerful new suite of generative AI features that are designed to make creating content on the platform more playful and effortless than ever before. This is a massive leap forward for mobile video creation, putting some of Google … [Read more...] about YouTube is getting powerful new AI tools, including free Veo 3 video generation in Shorts
Google’s AI in the real world helps 38 million farmers predict a tricky monsoon season
In a sea of news about AI-powered chatbots, image generators, and smart assistants, it's easy to lose sight of the truly profound, world-changing potential of this technology. But today, Google has shared a story that is a powerful and inspiring reminder of what AI is capable of when applied to a … [Read more...] about Google’s AI in the real world helps 38 million farmers predict a tricky monsoon season
Google Drive’s homepage is getting smarter with new AI-powered file summaries
The homepage in Google Drive is a fantastic, underrated feature for quickly finding the files you're most likely to need. With AI-powered suggestions that are usually spot-on, Google Drive makes life with lots of files a bit easier on a daily basis; but you still have to click into each document to … [Read more...] about Google Drive’s homepage is getting smarter with new AI-powered file summaries
Google’s new AI tools for ads can transform 100 photos at once
In the fast-paced world of digital marketing, creating high-quality, on-brand creative assets is a constant challenge. In a new announcement, Google is rolling out a powerful new suite of generative AI tools within its Google Ads Asset Studio, and they are designed to be a one-stop-shop for … [Read more...] about Google’s new AI tools for ads can transform 100 photos at once
Finding changes in Google Sheets’ version history is about to get so much easier
Version history in Google Sheets is one of those absolutely critical, sometimes-life-saving features. It's a powerful tool for recovering lost data, understanding how a spreadsheet has evolved, and seeing who made specific edits. But if you've ever tried to hunt for a single cell change in a … [Read more...] about Finding changes in Google Sheets’ version history is about to get so much easier
Google’s new ‘AI Quests’ teaches AI literacy through immersive adventures
As artificial intelligence becomes more and more integrated into our daily lives, teaching the next generation how it works and how it can be used for good has never been more important. To that end, Google has just launched a fantastic new educational program called AI Quests, designed to teach AI … [Read more...] about Google’s new ‘AI Quests’ teaches AI literacy through immersive adventures
Massive NotebookLM update adds AI-powered flashcards, quizzes, and a personal tutor mode
Google's NotebookLM has quickly become a fan favorite and one of Google's most-used AI tools, transforming how we research and understand complex topics. Just in time for the back-to-school season, Google is now rolling out a massive suite of new features designed to evolve NotebookLM from a … [Read more...] about Massive NotebookLM update adds AI-powered flashcards, quizzes, and a personal tutor mode
Gemini in Google Slides can now instantly rewrite and reformat your text
Creating a great presentation isn't just about the visuals; getting the text on your slides to be clear, concise, and compelling is just as important. In a fantastic new update, Google is making that process a whole lot easier by rolling out a new Gemini-powered text refinement tool directly within … [Read more...] about Gemini in Google Slides can now instantly rewrite and reformat your text
Audio Uploads, one of the top-requested Gemini features, is now here
For all its impressive multimodal capabilities - understanding text, images, and even video - the Gemini app has been missing one key: the ability to take an audio file and discern it. While you've always been able to talk with Gemini, you couldn't give it an audio file to analyze and understand. … [Read more...] about Audio Uploads, one of the top-requested Gemini features, is now here
