AI Mode Offers Voice and Visual Search Support
Google’s new AI Mode is now available to Indian users via Search Labs. This AI-powered search feature allows users to ask longer, more complex queries using text, voice, or images. It’s currently in English and in experimental mode.
What Is AI Mode and How It Works?
AI Mode turns Google Search into a conversational assistant. You can ask detailed or multi-layered questions and receive well-structured answers, complete with links and follow-up suggestions.
It uses Gemini 2.5, Google’s most advanced model, to break down tough queries into parts. The system runs multiple searches simultaneously to bring you relevant and deeper content from across the web.
Built for India’s Unique Search Habits
India is one of Google’s biggest markets, with over 870 million internet users. Voice search and visual tools like Google Lens are widely used here.
That’s why AI Mode supports voice input and image uploads. You can tap the mic, speak your query, or snap a picture to search—perfect for users who prefer hands-free or visual interactions.
Example of AI Mode in Action
Want fun indoor games for your kids without spending much? Just ask:
“My kids are 4 and 7. Suggest indoor activities using minimal space and no expensive toys.”
You’ll get a smart, tailored list—and you can follow up instantly.
This type of question would have required multiple searches earlier. But now, AI Mode handles it in one go, delivering a useful, complete response.
Why It Matters for the Future of Search
This launch shows Google’s push to reimagine search using AI. Features like AI Overviews already serve over 1.5 billion users monthly. AI Mode goes a step further by enabling follow-up questions and reasoning.
While tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity have reshaped how we search, Google is integrating similar intelligence within Search itself — bringing convenience without switching platforms.
Still Experimental, But Built to Evolve
AI Mode is still in Labs, which means it’s a testing ground for future rollouts. Google is looking for feedback to fine-tune results and improve factual accuracy.
If AI isn’t confident in a result, you’ll still see traditional web links — so users don’t lose access to the wider internet.
The Bottom Line
Google’s AI Mode brings a smarter, more intuitive search experience to Indian users. It adapts to how people speak, type, or snap pictures. As more people try it out, Google hopes to refine it with real-world usage from India.
