https://blog.google/Insights from Googlers into our products, technology, and the Google culture.en-usThu, 27 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/static/blogv2/images/google.pnghttps://blog.google/https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-notebook/expert-intelligence-leading-sources/Prompt "Help me personalize learnings from this book". Above the prompt are various books.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Expert_Intelligence_Hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Expert Intelligence lets you add ebooks like those you’ve purchased from Google Play Books directly to a Gemini Notebook.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-notebook/expert-intelligence-leading-sources/Google PlayGemini NotebookarticleExpert Intelligence lets you add ebooks like those you’ve purchased from Google Play Books directly to a Gemini Notebook.Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-notebook/expert-intelligence-leading-sources/Steven JohnsonWill HoughtelingProduct Management, Expert Intelligencehttps://blog.google/company-news/inside-google/company-announcements/celebrating-250-years-of-america-from-its-history-to-its-future/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Google_American250anniaversary_.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google and YouTube are celebrating America's 250th anniversary.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/inside-google/company-announcements/celebrating-250-years-of-america-from-its-history-to-its-future/Public PolicyCompany announcements (DEPRECATED)article<p data-block-key="llb0z">Google and YouTube are celebrating America's 250th anniversary.</p>Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/inside-google/company-announcements/celebrating-250-years-of-america-from-its-history-to-its-future/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/search/book-travel-ai-mode/Graphic depicting new travel features for AI Mode in Search<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Search_Travel_Blog_Hero_8.27.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Book hotels and track airfares, plus view miles and rewards with AI Mode in Google Search.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/search/book-travel-ai-mode/SearchTravelAIarticleBook hotels and track airfares, plus view miles and rewards with AI Mode in Google Search.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/search/book-travel-ai-mode/James Byershttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/developers-tools/build-with-gemini-omni-1-1-flash/Text "Gemini Omni 1.1 Flash Available via APIs" surrounded by various images of people and a squirrel<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Omni_1-1_Flash_hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Gemini Omni 1.1 Flash brings a new suite of creative controls and generative video capabilities to developers.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/developers-tools/build-with-gemini-omni-1-1-flash/Gemini modelsDeveloper toolsarticleGemini Omni 1.1 Flash brings a new suite of creative controls and generative video capabilities to developers.Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/developers-tools/build-with-gemini-omni-1-1-flash/Anish NangiaAlisa FortinGoogle DeepMindhttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/khan-academy-back-to-school/Adults standing in front of Google sign smiling<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Khan_Academy_hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Interactive visual aids and teacher-controlled practice materials — both built with Gemini — are launching for the new school year.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/khan-academy-back-to-school/Learning & EducationarticleInteractive visual aids and teacher-controlled practice materials — both built with Gemini — are launching for the new school year.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/khan-academy-back-to-school/Jen Carterhttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/models-and-research/google-labs/new-creative-controls-google-flow/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/FlowOmni_social.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">At Google I/O, we launched Gemini Omni Flash in Google Flow, bringing new video editing capabilities to creatives. Today we’re rolling out updates via Gemini Omni 1.1 Fl…Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/models-and-research/google-labs/new-creative-controls-google-flow/Google LabsarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/models-and-research/google-labs/new-creative-controls-google-flow/https://blog.google/products/ads-commerce/demand-gen-drop-august-2026/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/August_Demand_Gen_Drop.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Drive high-quality leads and acquire customers with new messaging, travel, and creative features in YouTube’s August Demand Gen Drop.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products/ads-commerce/demand-gen-drop-august-2026/Google AdsYouTubearticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products/ads-commerce/demand-gen-drop-august-2026/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/fitbit/fitbit-air-special-edition-pokemon-sleep/Pikachu sleeping next to a Fitbit band. The background has stars and clouds.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/pokemon_fitbit_herosocial.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Level up your sleep routine with the Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokémon Sleep, which makes tracking your sleep more fun.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/fitbit/fitbit-air-special-edition-pokemon-sleep/Google HealthFitbitarticleLevel up your sleep routine with the Fitbit Air Special Edition Pokémon Sleep, which makes tracking your sleep more fun.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/fitbit/fitbit-air-special-edition-pokemon-sleep/Sierra Salinashttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/workspace/gemini-google-workspace-back-to-school/A student placing books in a satchel with the text “Back to School using Google Workspace with Gemini<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Student-blog-header.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Get a jump on this semester by using Gemini in Google Workspace to organize your notes, track deadlines, prep for projects, and more.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/workspace/gemini-google-workspace-back-to-school/Google WorkspaceGeminiarticleGet a jump on this semester by using Gemini in Google Workspace to organize your notes, track deadlines, prep for projects, and more.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/workspace/gemini-google-workspace-back-to-school/Yulie Kwon KimProductGoogle Workspacehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-app/productivity-features-gemini-live/TBD<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/STATIC_HEADER_V2.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">We’re rolling out a major productivity upgrade to Gemini Live so you can use your voice to delegate your to-dos without missing a beat.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-app/productivity-features-gemini-live/Gemini ApparticleWe’re rolling out a major productivity upgrade to Gemini Live so you can use your voice to delegate your to-dos without missing a beat.Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-app/productivity-features-gemini-live/Neel JoshiGemini Livehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/models-and-research/gemini-models/gemini-3-5-transcribe/Text "Gemini 3.5 Transcribe" next to the Gemini spark, all on a blue background<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/gemini_3-5_transcribe.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Now you can get more intelligent speech-to-text transcription with Gemini 3.5 Transcribe.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/models-and-research/gemini-models/gemini-3-5-transcribe/Gemini modelsarticleNow you can get more intelligent speech-to-text transcription with Gemini 3.5 Transcribe.Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/models-and-research/gemini-models/gemini-3-5-transcribe/Diego Melendo CasadoLuke Leonhardhttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/entrepreneurs/google-for-startups-accelerator-energy-ai/Startups hero<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/28_startups_Hero_2784x1566.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Spanning North America and Europe, the energy-focused, AI-driven startups were selected for the Google for Startups Accelerator.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/entrepreneurs/google-for-startups-accelerator-energy-ai/EntrepreneursarticleSpanning North America and Europe, the energy-focused, AI-driven startups were selected for the Google for Startups Accelerator.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/entrepreneurs/google-for-startups-accelerator-energy-ai/Amanda Peterson CorioAdam Elmanhttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/public-policy/ai-intellectual-property-future-innovation/Kent Walker on stage delivering a speech<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/DZ8_8197.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Read remarks from Kent Walker, President of Global Affairs for Google and Alphabet, to the Global Forum on Intellectual Property.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:15:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/public-policy/ai-intellectual-property-future-innovation/Public PolicyGoogle in AsiaarticleRead remarks from Kent Walker, President of Global Affairs for Google and Alphabet, to the Global Forum on Intellectual Property.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/public-policy/ai-intellectual-property-future-innovation/Kent WalkerGoogle & Alphabethttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/buy-pixel-11-phones-pixel-5-watch/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/buy_the_Pixel_11_phones_and_Pix.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Our new Pixel 11 phones and Pixel Watch 5 are now on shelves at the Google Store and through our retail partners.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/buy-pixel-11-phones-pixel-5-watch/PixelarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/buy-pixel-11-phones-pixel-5-watch/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/search/home-decor-tips/Illustration of ombre rainbow furniture items like a sofa, lamp, and chair against a purple background<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Home_Decor.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Learn how to use Google Search tools to find home decor inspiration, shop for furniture, and tackle DIY projects.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/search/home-decor-tips/SearchAIarticleLearn how to use Google Search tools to find home decor inspiration, shop for furniture, and tackle DIY projects.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/search/home-decor-tips/Megan Stonerhttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-app/enable-intelligent-dictation-macos/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Gemini_app_macOS.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Enable Google’s new intelligent dictation feature in the Gemini app for macOS and speak naturally into any window on your desktop.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-app/enable-intelligent-dictation-macos/Gemini ApparticleGooglehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/products/gemini-app/enable-intelligent-dictation-macos/https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/google-play/google-play-gamescom-takeover-rewards/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Gamescom_DAY_0_Requests_Blogpos.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google Play transforms digital loyalty into real-world prizes at Gamescom with interactive challenges and exclusive rewards.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/google-play/google-play-gamescom-takeover-rewards/Google PlayarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/platforms/google-play/google-play-gamescom-takeover-rewards/Özgür KirazcıPlatforms and Devices Marketing, EMEA & UKIEhttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/grow-with-google/free-ai-training-delaware/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/GwG_Institutions_LinkedIn_Delaw.max-600x600.format-webp_N2fitPQ.webp">Google partners with Delaware to provide free Career Certificates and AI training to residents statewide.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/grow-with-google/free-ai-training-delaware/Grow with GoogleCreating opportunityarticleGooglehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/grow-with-google/free-ai-training-delaware/https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/developers-tools/winning-entries-gemma-4-good-challenge/Gemma 4 Good<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/gemma4good_blog_header.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">A look at the winning entries from the Gemma 4 Good Challenge.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/developers-tools/winning-entries-gemma-4-good-challenge/Developer toolsarticleA look at the winning entries from the Gemma 4 Good Challenge.Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/developers-tools/winning-entries-gemma-4-good-challenge/Glenn CameronKristen Quanhttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/national-parks-week-google-2026/A large sandstone arch<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/National_Parks_110_years_heroso.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">What people are searching in the leadup to National Parks Week — plus, how Google can help turn your wanderlust into a well-planned adventure.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/national-parks-week-google-2026/MapsarticleWhat people are searching in the leadup to National Parks Week — plus, how Google can help turn your wanderlust into a well-planned adventure.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/maps/national-parks-week-google-2026/Claire Herrin