

EP 617: Gemini in Google Chrome: What’s new and 6 easy use cases
95 snips Sep 24, 2025
Google's Gemini is transforming Chrome with AI features! Discover the three rollout tiers and how this integration enhances Workspace tools like Docs and Calendar. Key use cases include summarizing emails and YouTube videos, plus the ability to conduct hyperlocal searches. Get insights into agentic browsing versus standalone AI agents and learn practical tips for navigating Gemini. A glimpse of future capabilities sparks excitement for what's next in AI within the world's most popular browser.
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AI Built Directly Into The Browser
- Gemini in Chrome embeds AI directly into the browser so users need not switch apps to use a powerful model.
- Agentic browsing inside Chrome can perform multi-step tasks and will likely become mainstream for everyday knowledge work.
Enable And Update Chrome Now
- Update Chrome and check for the Gemini icon to access the sidecar AI when it reaches your account.
- Expect a phased rollout and plan for Workspace admins to enable the feature for organizations.
Deep Google Ecosystem Integration
- Gemini in Chrome tightly integrates with Google apps like Drive, Gmail, Calendar, Maps and YouTube for contextual tasks across products.
- Multi-page context and Chrome History Recall let the assistant pull information across tabs and past browsing.