

Building a frontier AI search experience
44 snips Jul 23, 2025
Robby Stein, VP of Product for Google Search, dives into the transformation of Search into a cutting-edge AI product. He discusses the shift from basic keyword searches to interactive, conversational queries, capable of handling complex tasks seamlessly. Stein highlights the innovative AI Mode and the role of Deep Search in personalizing user experiences. They touch on the emergence of visual and speech-based search capabilities, showcasing how the platform aims to empower users to 'ask anything' and leverage real-time AI tools for everyday tasks.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Search as Frontier AI Product
- Google Search is evolving to allow billions to ask anything naturally and get high-quality AI-driven responses.
- It blends powerful language models with Google's vast web information at an unprecedented scale.
Balance Model Size and Latency
- Use larger models for complex questions that require depth and reasoning, and smaller models for quick answers.
- Accept a few seconds of latency for complicated queries that benefit from detailed AI reasoning.
Deep Search Buying Safe Example
- Robby Stein shared how Deep Search helped him research buying a safe with detailed info on fire ratings and insurance.
- The AI saved him hours by breaking down complex criteria into actionable insights.