Google has introduced the “AI Mode” feature to Google Search. It elevates the AI Overview feature by providing concise answers in a more conversational manner, similar to chatting directly with Gemini. However, this can be done directly from the Search page.
AI Mode does not replace AI Overview but serves as an additional mode for users seeking more detailed information. It utilizes the custom version of Gemini 2.0 model which has improved reasoning, longer thinking time, and supports various input types (multimodal). It blends with Google Search’s existing data repository to tackle challenging questions effectively.
In short, it’s Google’s direct response to newer competitors like Perplexity. Google claims that AI Mode is more powerful than traditional search, both in breadth and depth of information.
AI Mode is currently an experimental feature in Google Search Labs, available only through opt-in and initially limited to Google One AI Premium customers.
TLDR: Google has launched the “AI Mode” feature on Google Search, enhancing the AI Overview with more conversational answers and improved data processing capabilities. It is currently in a testing phase in Google Search Labs for selected Google One AI Premium customers.
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