Google’s AI Mode now lets you link and interact with select apps
Google has introduced new features in its AI Mode, enabling users to link and interact with their preferred apps directly within the conversational search experience. The update allows users to complete tasks such as shopping, planning events, and generating content, with supported apps including Instacart, Canva, and YouTube Music. The feature expands on Google’s earlier AI Mode launch in 2023, aiming to compete with other AI platforms like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude by offering app integrations.
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