Google Meet's live captions are already an invaluable tool. Whether you're hard of hearing, in a noisy environment, or just find it easier to follow along with text, they make meetings more accessible for everyone. But when it comes to readability, one size definitely doesn't fit all. What's clear … [Read more...] about Google Meet captions are now fully customizable
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Your tablet or foldable is about to become the perfect Google Meet sidekick
We’ve all been there: you’re in a physical conference room for a large meeting and you want to participate in the chat or raise your hand without firing up your entire laptop. While Google Meet’s Companion Mode on our phones has been a handy solution, it can feel a bit small. Well, that’s about to … [Read more...] about Your tablet or foldable is about to become the perfect Google Meet sidekick
Google Vids can now use Veo 3 for realistic AI video creation with sound
When Google first introduced Vids as its new AI-powered video creation tool for Workspace, the potential was clear. Just last month, they took a big step by integrating their Veo 2 model to generate custom video clips. But today, a new update is rolling out that could be a true game-changer for the … [Read more...] about Google Vids can now use Veo 3 for realistic AI video creation with sound
Google Drive’s new “Catch me up” feature uses Gemini to highlight recent file changes
If you're like most people who live in Google Drive for work or personal projects, staying on top of every little edit and comment across numerous files can be a real challenge as teams expand. Opening a shared document after a few days away can quickly become a game of "spot the difference" to … [Read more...] about Google Drive’s new “Catch me up” feature uses Gemini to highlight recent file changes
Google Meet is getting a big upgrade to screen sharing
Google Meet continues to evolve, and the latest batch of updates is squarely aimed at making the presentation experience smoother, more versatile, and more professional. The highlight feature allows users to directly present content from a secondary camera feed into a meeting: things like document … [Read more...] about Google Meet is getting a big upgrade to screen sharing
Google Workspace Feature Drop for May 2025 is loaded with new features
Google just unveiled its May "Workspace Drop," and it’s packed with AI-driven innovations aimed at helping users work a bit smarter. The focus this month is squarely on leveraging Gemini and other AI to help you stay informed, dive deeper into your information, and present your best self in … [Read more...] about Google Workspace Feature Drop for May 2025 is loaded with new features
Gmail’s new AI summaries now pop up automatically on mobile
We've all been there: you open your Gmail on your phone, tap into an email thread, and are immediately met with a wall of replies. Getting the gist of those long conversations can be a real time-sink. While Gmail's AI-powered summaries have been around for Workspace users since last year, you've had … [Read more...] about Gmail’s new AI summaries now pop up automatically on mobile
Gemini in Google Drive can now “watch” your videos and give you info about them
There's no way around it: we're all dealing with more video content than ever. From lengthy meeting recordings and training sessions to product demos and user research, actually sitting down to watch or re-watch everything to find specific information can be a massive time sink. To assist in this, … [Read more...] about Gemini in Google Drive can now “watch” your videos and give you info about them
Gemini gets a big productivity boost as Workspace apps become generally available
Google's AI assistant, Gemini, is in a constant state of evolution, and its latest upgrade is a big one for anyone living in the Google Workspace ecosystem. After a period in preview, Google has announced that Workspace apps (a.k.a. - extensions) for the standalone Gemini app are now generally … [Read more...] about Gemini gets a big productivity boost as Workspace apps become generally available
Gemini lets you command Google Sheets with natural language prompts
Let's be honest, for many of us, opening a complex spreadsheet can feel a bit like being asked to decipher an foreign language. Finding the right formulas, cleaning up messy data, or trying to build a sensible chart can quickly turn into a frustrating task. If you're like me and don't live and … [Read more...] about Gemini lets you command Google Sheets with natural language prompts
You can now start Gemini conversations right in Google Drive about specific files
Google continues to integrate Gemini directly into the Workspace ecosystem to further streamline workflows and enhance productivity. Following the recent introduction of helpful prompts on the Drive homepage, a new update makes interacting with Gemini about specific files even more intuitive. … [Read more...] about You can now start Gemini conversations right in Google Drive about specific files
April Workspace Drop ads a bunch of AI-focused tools to the mix
Google continues its push to integrate helpful AI features across its productivity suite with the latest round of updates for Google Workspace this April. These aren't just flashy additions; the focus is on practical tools built to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and provide genuine … [Read more...] about April Workspace Drop ads a bunch of AI-focused tools to the mix
