Google expands Personal Intelligence to AI Mode, Gemini, Chrome

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Google Personal Intelligence expands

Google is expanding Personal Intelligence across AI Mode, Gemini, and Chrome in the U.S., moving it beyond beta into broader consumer use.

Why we care. Personal Intelligence pushes Google further into fully personalized search, using first-party data like Gmail and Photos. That makes results harder to replicate, rank against, or track — especially in AI Mode, where outputs may vary based on user history, purchases, and behavior.

The details. Personal Intelligence now works across:

  • AI Mode in Google Search (available now in the U.S.)
  • Gemini app (rolling out to free users)
  • Gemini in Chrome (rolling out)

How it works. Users can connect apps like Gmail and Google Photos so Google can tailor responses using personal context. Examples Google shared include:

  • Shopping recommendations based on past purchases and brand preferences.
  • Tech troubleshooting using receipt data to identify exact devices.
  • Travel suggestions using flight details, timing, and past trips.
  • Personalized itineraries and local recommendations.
  • Hobby suggestions inferred from user interests.

Availability. These features are available only for personal accounts, not Workspace users, Google said.

Dig deeper. Google says AI Mode stays ad-free for Personal Intelligence users

Catch-up quick. Google introduced Personal Intelligence as a U.S.-only beta for Gemini subscribers in January. At the time:

  • It was limited to AI Pro and Ultra users.
  • It focused on Gemini, with Search integration “coming soon.”
  • The feature was opt-in and off by default.
  • This update delivers on that roadmap by:
  • Bringing it to Search AI Mode.
  • Expanding access to free users.
  • Extending it to Chrome.

Privacy and control. Google emphasized:

  • Users must opt in to connect apps.
  • Connections can be turned on or off at any time.
  • Models do not train directly on Gmail or Photos content.
  • Limited data, such as prompts and responses, may be used to improve systems.

Google’s blog post. Bringing the power of Personal Intelligence to more people