Google Photos has evolved beyond being just a place to store your memories; it’s really become a creative canvas. Today, Google is adding some powerful new brushes to your palette with a few new creative tools designed to help you bring your memories to life in fun and dynamic new ways. Announced … [Read more...] about Google Photos gets an AI upgrade that turns your photos into videos
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Google’s new ‘Gemini Drops’ are here to help us keep up with all the new AI features
The pace of AI development at Google is staggering, and it can be tough to keep track of all the new features rolling out for Gemini. To help with this, Google is kicking off a new monthly update series called “Gemini Drops,” designed to showcase what’s new in the Gemini app and how to make the most … [Read more...] about Google’s new ‘Gemini Drops’ are here to help us keep up with all the new AI features
The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is amazing, but we’re still waiting for one of its headlining features
Let me be clear: the new Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is, without a doubt, the best Chromebook I have ever used. From the moment I unboxed it, I’ve been blown away by its performance, its build quality, and that gorgeous OLED screen. It’s a truly fantastic piece of hardware. And a huge part of the … [Read more...] about The Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14 is amazing, but we’re still waiting for one of its headlining features
Google Search AI Mode gets Gemini 2.5, Deep Search, and more
At Google I/O, we got a clear picture of how the latest Gemini models would enable dramatically more powerful capabilities in Google Search. Today, Google is beginning to deliver on that promise by rolling out some of its most advanced features yet, including Deep Search and access to the Gemini 2.5 … [Read more...] about Google Search AI Mode gets Gemini 2.5, Deep Search, and more
Google brings Gemini’s AI smarts to the Google Docs app on iPhone
While much of the power of Google's Gemini AI has been focused on the desktop and web experience, Google is continuing its push to make its AI assistant more helpful on the go. In a new announcement on the Workspace Updates blog, Google is now bringing the power of Gemini in Docs to your iOS … [Read more...] about Google brings Gemini’s AI smarts to the Google Docs app on iPhone
NotebookLM gets even more useful with new expert-curated ‘Featured Notebooks’
Google's AI-powered research tool, NotebookLM, is an absolute favorite productivity app for many users. Its real power comes from its ability to become an expert in the specific source materials you provide it. But sometimes, the hardest part of any research project is just gathering those … [Read more...] about NotebookLM gets even more useful with new expert-curated ‘Featured Notebooks’
I just tried Gemini’s new photo-to-video feature, and I’m blown away
Every so often, a new AI feature comes along that doesn't just feel like an incremental update; it feels like a genuine leap into the future. It’s that "wow" moment where you see the technology do something you didn't think was quite possible yet. I just had one of those moments. I just finished … [Read more...] about I just tried Gemini’s new photo-to-video feature, and I’m blown away
Circle to Search gets a major upgrade with deep-dive AI Mode and in-game help
Since its introduction last year, Circle to Search has quickly become one of the most genuinely useful features on Android. The ability to quickly circle, highlight, or tap on anything on your screen to get more information without switching apps is a game-changer for daily use. And it's clearly … [Read more...] about Circle to Search gets a major upgrade with deep-dive AI Mode and in-game help
Wear OS is getting a big AI upgrade as Gemini support is rolling out now
We've seen Gemini roll out across our phones, the web, and our Chromebooks, becoming a more powerful and capable AI assistant with each update. Today, that intelligence is making its way to the next logical place: your wrist. In a new blog post, Google has announced that Gemini is starting to roll … [Read more...] about Wear OS is getting a big AI upgrade as Gemini support is rolling out now
Google Meet’s AI note-taking gets smarter with summaries and new host controls
The "Take notes for me" feature in Google Meet is already a fantastic AI-powered tool for capturing the essence of a meeting without having to manually type everything out. But Google is now rolling out two significant improvements that make the feature even more helpful and give hosts more control … [Read more...] about Google Meet’s AI note-taking gets smarter with summaries and new host controls
Organize your Google Drive faster: Gemini can now move files with natural language
Google's integration of Gemini into the Workspace apps continues to get smarter and more practical. A few months ago, Google introduced the ability to create new files and folders using Gemini in the Google Drive side panel. Today, they are rolling out the logical and very welcome next step: you can … [Read more...] about Organize your Google Drive faster: Gemini can now move files with natural language
Google gives the Gemini app a new colorful icon and a more useful Android widget
As Google's Gemini continues to evolve and integrate more deeply into the ecosystem, its branding is evolving right along with it. In new updates rolling out this week, the Gemini app on both Android and iPhone is receiving a new app icon that finally brings it visually into the fold with Google's … [Read more...] about Google gives the Gemini app a new colorful icon and a more useful Android widget
