Google Maps bakes in Gemini to improve navigation and hands-free use
Google is now baking Gemini into Maps to let users ask it questions while driving, improve navigation, and do more with the app.
GM is bringing Google Gemini-powered AI assistant to cars in 2026
GM is the latest automaker to lean into generative AI-based assistants that promise to respond to driver requests in a more natural-sounding way. Stellantis is collaborating with French AI firm Mistral, Mercedes is integrating ChatGPT,…
Google’s Gemini can now help you schedule Google Calendar meetings
Designed for one-on-one meetings, the tool lets you insert available time slots directly into an email, automatically creating a calendar invite once a recipient selects a time.
Figma partners with Google to add Gemini AI to its design platform
Figma is adding Gemini to its AI toolset.
Google launches extensions system for its command-line coding tool
Google launched a new feature for its command-line AI system, Gemini CLI, allowing outside companies to integrate directly into the product.
Google’s Gemini AI app could soon be getting a big makeover
The company is seemingly experimenting with a new user interface that would shift the app from having a chatbot-style look and feel to one offering a scrollable feed with suggested prompts accompanied by eye-catching photos.
Google’s Jules enters developers’ toolchains as AI coding agent competition heats up
Jules is already being used by developers to complete code after experimenting on vibe-coding platforms.
Google teases its new Gemini-powered Google Home speaker, coming in spring 2026
Google teases a new Gemini-powered smart speaker, due out in spring 2026.
Google unveils AI-powered Nest indoor and outdoor cameras, and a new doorbell
Google’s new Nest cameras and doorbell are getting a Gemini upgrade.
Google’s cheaper AI Plus plan is now available in over 40 countries
Google’s new, cheaper AI Plus plan is now available in more than 40 countries, including Angola, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Nepal, Nigeria, Philippines, Senegal, Uganda, Vietnam and Zimbabwe.