What is AI Mode?
Google’s AI Mode is designed to make searching faster, smarter, and more natural. Instead of just showing a list of links, AI Mode combines the power of Gemini 2.0 (Google’s most advanced AI model) with Google’s knowledge systems.
When you ask a question, AI Mode uses a technique called “query fan-out”. This means it breaks your query into smaller sub-questions, searches across different sources at the same time, and then puts the answers together into a clear summary. Along with the summary, it also provides links so you can explore the information further.
Google says early testers loved how fast, fresh, and high-quality the answers are.
Expanded Language Support
One of the most exciting updates is that AI Mode is no longer just for English speakers. Google has now expanded it to five new languages:
- Hindi
- Indonesian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Brazilian Portuguese
This means people across Asia and South America can now use AI Mode in their own language, making it accessible to hundreds of millions more users.
Agentic Features: Getting Things Done
AI Mode isn’t just about giving you information; it’s starting to take action for you.
Restaurant Reservations
Right now, AI Mode can help you find and book restaurant tables. For example, you can ask: “Find me a dinner reservation with friends on Saturday night.” AI Mode will search available restaurants, show you curated options with open slots, and let you pick the one you want.
What’s Next?
Google says these agentic features will soon expand to include:
- Booking local service appointments (like a haircut or repair service).
- Finding and purchasing event tickets.
This turns AI Mode into more than just a search tool; it becomes a personal assistant that can actually handle tasks.
Smarter Multimodal Search
Another key part of AI Mode is multimodality, meaning you’re not limited to typing text. You can:
- Type a query (as usual).
- Speak into the microphone to ask your question.
- Upload a picture and let AI Mode analyze it.
AI Mode combines these different inputs and gives you results in a natural way. You can also ask follow-up questions without starting over, making the experience more conversational.
Why It Matters?
AI Mode represents the future of Google Search. It brings together:
- Advanced reasoning (breaking down complex queries).
- Multimodal inputs (text, voice, image).
- Real-world actions (reservations, bookings, tickets).
- More global access (five additional languages).
Google even hinted that AI Mode may become the default Google Search experience in the future, showing how central it is to the company’s vision.
