The latest AI news we announced in January
Google announced major AI updates in January, focusing on Personal Intelligence in Gemini, new features for Gmail and Chrome, and educational tools.Summary
In January, Google focused on advancing AI toward Personal Intelligence, making products like Search, Chrome, and the Gemini app more proactive. Key announcements included Personal Intelligence in the Gemini app, allowing secure connection to apps like Gmail and Photos for personalized beta experiences in the U.S. Gmail received free AI tools like "Help me write," with paid subscribers getting advanced features like Proofread. Chrome, powered by Gemini 3, introduced "auto browse" for complex tasks and image transformation capabilities. Education saw new partnerships with Khan Academy and Oxford, free SAT/JEE Main prep tests in Gemini, and expanded access to Gemini in Workspace for Education. Furthermore, Google introduced Agentic Vision in Gemini 3 Flash for improved visual processing, updates to the Veo video model, and previewed the short film "Dear Upstairs Neighbors." For retailers, Google unveiled tools like the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) and announced Gemini Enterprise, alongside expanded drone delivery with Wing and Walmart.
(Source：Gemini)