Google has upgraded the Chrome browser into an AI-powered assistant. The company today announced that Chrome is adding Gemini AI directly into the browser to make web browsing smarter, safer, and more helpful.
According to Google, the changes represent a fundamental shift, from a browser that simply loads web pages to one that understands context, helps with tasks, and keeps users protected. Rolling out first to Mac and Windows users in the U.S. (English only), Gemini in Chrome can analyze what’s happening across multiple tabs, answer questions about content, and even find references in YouTube videos. The tech giant has also confirmed that support for Android and iOS is coming soon.
Apart from that, Google is also working on more advanced “agentic” features for Gemini that can handle multi-step tasks like ordering groceries or summarizing long research sessions. The idea is to cut down on repetitive clicks and give users a quicker path from question to action.
Chrome’s address bar, known as the omnibox, is also getting an AI upgrade. With the help of AI Mode, it will allow users to ask complex, multi-part questions directly from the search bar, with follow-up queries and related links to dive deeper. Plus, the Contextual search suggestions are also rolling out, which means if you’re browsing for a new mattress, Chrome might suggest asking about warranty policies or return terms. AI Mode will begin its U.S. rollout later this month, while contextual suggestions are available now.
Security remains a major focus. Chrome’s AI will now do more to block scams, autofill credentials safely, fix compromised passwords, and manage permissions. Google says its AI-powered alerts are already helping Android users avoid around 3 billion spam and scam notifications every day.
However, Google is not only upgrading its browser, it’s also preparing to integrate more with Windows PCs as well. Recently, the company has launched a new experimental desktop search tool for Windows systems. The app adds a Spotlight-like search bar to your computer, so you can find files, apps, Google Drive content, and web results with a quick keyboard shortcut (Alt + Space).
