Key Takeaways
- Google is embedding AI agents in its Search interface for more contextual and generative responses.
- Gemini 3.5 and Gemini 3.5 flash are released, with new features like Generative UI and a refreshed core app.
- Google introduces Gemini Omni, an AI video generator capable of adding real-world elements to generated videos.
- A universal shopping cart is introduced for managing online purchases across different retailers.
- Flow now includes new tools for creating promotional videos, music videos, and short films with minimal technical expertise.
- Google’s “intelligent eyewear” (audio-only first) will be available this fall, serving as an interface to Gemini voice chat.
New Features in Google I/O 2026
Search Party
Google is integrating AI agents into the Search interface to provide more contextual and generative responses. The new feature, called the “intelligent search box,” allows users to ask questions like “What is a black hole” and receive video explanations.
Gemini Everywhere
Google has released two new major AI model updates: Gemini 3.5 and Gemini 3.5 flash. These models are now available in Google’s Search and the Gemini app. New features include Daily Brief, an AI-powered personalized daily summary, and Ask YouTube, which allows users to search for information within YouTube.
Gemini Omni
Google introduced Gemini Omni, a new AI video generator designed to be more realistic than previous models like Sora 2. Users can modify existing videos by adding different backgrounds and environments, or they can create entirely new images and videos using the tool.
Agents Love Shopping
Google is deploying an agentic-powered shopping experience that will show users product listings from various retailers in a universal shopping cart. Users can add items to their cart and engage with Gemini for more details or purchase options.
Go With the Flow
Flow, Google’s toolset for creating videos, images, and music, is getting new capabilities that make it easier for people without specialized skills to create projects. For example, users can upload a photograph to generate 16 unique video clips or use Flow to compose a song from a melody.
Google’s “Intelligent Eyewear”
Google is developing two types of intelligent eyewear: one with audio-only features and another that incorporates a small display window. The first type will be available this fall, allowing users to hear voice commands from their AI assistant through the glasses’ speakers.
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