Google Search Gets an AI Makeover
Google Search introduced a new “AI Mode” that transforms your search experience into a chat-like interaction. Powered by the Gemini 2.5 Pro model, this feature allows you to ask complex questions and receive comprehensive answers, making search feel more like a conversation than a traditional query.
Gemini 2.5: Your New AI BFF
Meet Gemini 2.5 Pro and Flash, Google’s latest AI models. These models bring enhanced reasoning, coding capabilities, and a new “Deep Think” mode for tackling complex tasks. Whether you’re coding, writing, or just curious, Gemini’s got your back
Project Astra: The AI Assistant with Eyes and Ears
Project Astra is Google’s experimental AI assistant that can see and hear the world around it. It uses your device’s camera and microphone to understand context and provide real-time assistance. Imagine pointing your phone at a plant and Astra telling you its species and care instructions.
Google Beam: 3D Video Calls Are Here
Say hello to Google Beam, the evolution of Project Starline. This technology enables 3D video calls, making virtual meetings feel more like in-person interactions. It’s like having a hologram of your colleague right in your living room.
Android XR and Smart Glasses: The Future is Wearable
Google is stepping into the world of extended reality with Android XR and new smart glasses developed in collaboration with Samsung under Project Moohan. These devices aim to integrate digital information seamlessly into your physical environment, offering features like real-time translation and navigation.
Creative Tools: Imagen 4, Veo 3, and Flow
For the creatives out there, Google introduced Imagen 4 for high-quality image generation, Veo 3 for AI-generated video and audio, and Flow, an AI filmmaking app. These tools are designed to make content creation more accessible and innovative.
Gmail Gets Personal with AI
Gmail’s new AI-generated Smart Replies can now mimic your writing style, making your quick responses feel more personal and less robotic. It’s like having a mini-you drafting emails.
Android Auto: Entertainment on the Go
Android Auto is getting a significant upgrade with the addition of video and browser applications. Now, you can catch up on your favorite shows or browse the web while parked, making your car a more versatile space.
Stitch AI: Designing Made Easy
Stitch AI is a new tool that helps developers design user interfaces effortlessly. By understanding your design preferences, it can suggest layouts and elements, streamlining the UI/UX design process.
Google’s Virtual Try-On: Dressing Room of the Future
Yes, Google officially turned your phone into your personal stylist-slash-bestie. The new AI-powered virtual try-on feature lets you see how clothes fit on different body types.
Teaming up with major retailers, Google’s using generative AI to let shoppers preview how outfits would drape, fold, and stretch on realistic models—not just those “one-size-fits-no-one” mannequins. Search for an outfit, tap “try-on,” and boom—it’s fashion week on your screen.
Why this matters:
- It solves the “Will this look good on me?” crisis.
- Less guesswork, fewer returns = happier wardrobes AND wallets.
- It’s the perfect blend of e-commerce and AI—right in your pocket.
👉 It’s live in the US for women’s tops now (because Google knows we’re picky about sleeves), with more categories coming soon.
AI Ultra Subscription: Premium AI Access
For those seeking top-tier AI capabilities, Google announced the AI Ultra subscription at $250/month. This premium plan offers access to the most advanced AI tools and features, catering to power users and professionals.
Google I/O 2025 showcased a future where AI is deeply integrated into our daily lives, from how we search and communicate to how we create and navigate the world. It’s an exciting time to be a tech enthusiast!
