"Now that it's looking like Chrome will remain in the Google fold, the browser is undergoing a Gemini-infused rebirth. Google claims the browser will see its most significant upgrade ever in the next few weeks as AI permeates every part of the experience. For people who use AI tools, some of these additions might actually be helpful, and for everyone else, well, Firefox still exists."
"The most prominent change, and one that AI subscribers may have already seen, is the addition of a Gemini button on the desktop browser. This button opens a popup where you can ask questions about-and get summaries of-content in your open tabs. Android phones already have Gemini operating at the system level to accomplish similar tasks, but Google says the iOS Gemini app will soon be built into Chrome for Apple devices."
"AI mode is also moving closer to becoming Google's default way to search the web. The updated Chrome now lets you begin AI Mode searches from the omnibar. There's a button to press if you want AI Mode, but it would be quite easy to swap in AI Mode for traditional searches in the browser. The omnibox will also gain "ask about this page" functionality."
Chrome will receive a significant AI-powered upgrade that integrates Gemini across desktop and mobile, introducing AI throughout the browsing experience. A Gemini button on desktop opens a popup that answers questions about and summarizes content in open tabs; Android already has system-level Gemini and iOS integration into Chrome is planned. Gemini can interact with other apps and tabs, access Google products such as Calendar and YouTube, and find links in history from vague recollections. AI Mode can be launched from the omnibar and may replace traditional searches, while an omnibox 'ask about this page' feature provides suggested questions, AI Overviews, and follow-up queries. Gemini enhancements will also bolster security detection against tech support scams and fake virus alerts.
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