Google Chrome becomes an agentic AI assistant with Gemini

Google is adding Gemini AI directly into Chrome, a popular web browser launched back in 2008. The new features are turning browsers into helpers that can find information and do tasks for you.

Rolling out free in the US, the update puts artificial intelligence in the address bar and adds tools that change how we search, organize information, and stay safe online. Google also plans for Chrome to handle multi‑step tasks in the future, and it now uses on‑device AI to detect scams as they happen.

Chrome’s new AI features

Google’s latest Chrome update adds Gemini directly to the browser. It’s free for Mac and Windows users in the US, and no subscription is needed.

The main part of this update is a new AI Mode that works right from the address bar. If you’re in the US with English as your default language, you can type questions and get answers from Gemini without opening a new tab or website.

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When you ask questions in AI Mode, Chrome doesn’t just give you links anymore. It creates what Google calls AI Overviews — essentially summaries that pull information from across the web.

You can follow up with more questions, and Chrome will remember the context of your conversation. If you’re looking at a product page, it can also find specific details like warranty information for you.

Combining information from multiple tabs

One of the more useful features lets Chrome analyze multiple tabs at once. For example, if you’re researching a trip with different tabs open for flights, hotels, and activities, Gemini can pull information from all of them and organize it into a single view. Or, if you’re comparing phones across different review sites, it can create a comparison table without you having to take notes.

The update also links Chrome with other Google tools. You might be reading about an event and ask Chrome to add it to your Calendar, or request a specific moment in a YouTube video. What’s more, you stay on your current page while this happens.

Chrome will soon do tasks for you

Google has bigger plans for Chrome beyond search and information. In the coming months, Chrome will gain what Google calls agentic abilities — the browser will then be able to complete multi-step tasks on websites for you. When this feature arrives, you’ll be able to tell Chrome what you want, and it will visit websites, fill out forms, or set up orders for you.

From grocery shopping to finding your browsing history

During a demo, Google showed how Chrome could read an email containing a recipe and automatically add all the ingredients to an Instacart shopping cart without the user having to copy and paste anything.

Google says you’ll use this for everyday things like scheduling appointments or buying groceries. Chrome will also help you find pages you’ve visited before. Instead of searching through your history, you can ask “What was that camera review site I looked at last week?” and Chrome will take you to the page.

Google says that users will stay in control. Chrome won’t finish purchases or send emails without checking with you first. For these more serious actions, the browser will pause and ask for your permission to continue.

Better security with Gemini Nano

The update also makes Chrome safer using Gemini Nano, a smaller AI that works right on your device. It helps block scams, reduces pop-up notifications, and simplifies password management.

Chrome now uses Gemini Nano to spot scams in real time. It can identify fake virus warnings, phony giveaways, and those annoying tech support scams while you browse. It works alongside Chrome’s existing Safe Browsing protection to catch more malicious sites and phishing attempts.

Smart management of spammy notifications and permissions

Chrome now detects and filters spam notifications using AI. Google says this has already cut about three billion unwanted notifications each day for people using Chrome on Android.

It also handles permission requests more thoughtfully — like when sites ask for your location or camera access — by showing these prompts when you’re more likely to want them rather than as soon as you open a page.

Chrome is also adding a one-click option to change compromised passwords. When websites you use have a data breach, Chrome will let you change your password on supported sites with just one click, instead of you having to do it yourself.

Get started with new AI features

As Chrome adds these AI capabilities, your team will need to know how to use them effectively.

Revolgy offers Google Workspace migration and practical Gemini training tailored to your business. Our hands-on sessions show your team how to use Chrome’s new AI tools for daily tasks, focusing on real examples that match your workflow.

Contact us to learn how we can help you make the most of Chrome’s new AI features.