Google Introduces "AI Mode" with a New Doodle
Google is marking the launch of its new "AI Mode" feature with a special Doodle that appears on Chrome's new tab page across devices. This Doodle showcases Google's updated gradient logo and links users to the enhanced AI Mode, which Google describes as its "most powerful AI search" yet.
Since unveiling generative AI search results last year, Google has faced challenges with accuracy and coherence. The AI Overviews sometimes struggled with basic questions, and early 2025 hasn't been much different. The new AI Mode aims to improve on this by helping users tackle more complex queries with better, clearer answers.
What is Google AI Mode?
AI Mode is a search feature that delivers direct answers by combining AI-generated content with information from across the web. It summarizes relevant content and provides links for deeper exploration. The technology behind it is Gemini 2.5, an enhanced version of Google's core AI model, which condenses gathered information into concise responses.
One standout feature is its ability to handle multimodal queries. Users can ask questions using text, voice, or images, making the search experience more flexible and interactive.
Robby Stein, Google's VP of Search, explained that AI Mode is especially useful for queries requiring exploration, comparison, or reasoning. Instead of running multiple searches, users can pose nuanced questions—like comparing options or learning about new concepts—and receive a detailed AI-powered summary with links to reliable sources.
How to Use AI Mode
Currently, Google AI Mode is widely available only in the US, with testing underway in India. If you’re in the US, you can start using it right away by:
- Visiting the Google homepage and clicking the AI Mode button on the right side of the search bar.
- Going directly to google.com/aimode.
- Opening the Google app on your mobile device and tapping AI Mode on the home screen.
Google has not announced a global rollout date yet, but an expansion seems likely in the near future. This update could be a valuable tool for anyone looking to get more from their searches, especially for in-depth research or complex questions.
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