Introduction
Google’s AI Mode feature in Search, which lets users perform deeper and more complex search queries, is now rolling out in India. Introduced earlier this year as an experiment in the United States, the tech giant says users have been appreciating the new feature’s “speed, quality, and fresh responses.” GetMyIndia.com
Following the positive feedback, AI Mode is available as part of Google Labs in English. In a blog post, the company says that the new feature uses a custom version of Gemini 2.5 that lets users ask “longer, more complex and nuanced questions,” which would previously require multiple searches.
What is AI Mode?
AI Mode leverages a custom version of Gemini 2.5 and Google’s proprietary query fan-out technique to handle complex, multi-part queries. Instead of typing multiple search terms separately, users can now ask nuanced or layered questions in a single go and receive a comprehensive, AI-powered summary with relevant links for deeper exploration. Early testers have used 2–3 times longer queries than traditional search, confirming its utility for planning, comparisons, and detailed how-to queries.
Features of AI Mode in India
- Advanced reasoning for complex questions
Google’s AI Mode is designed to manage queries that would traditionally require multiple searches. According to the company, the tool manages to do this through a technique called query fan-out, which breaks a user’s question into smaller sub-questions and searches for each component in parallel.
This process allows AI Mode to deliver detailed, well-rounded responses based on multiple perspectives or sources. For example, a user might ask, “My kids are 4 and 7 and have lots of energy. Suggest creative ways to get them active and moving indoors, especially on hot days, without needing a lot of space or expensive toys.”Based on the question, the AI Mode will then generate a structured response, pulling information from various relevant sources.
- Follow-up questions
Unlike static search results, AI Mode allows users to follow up with additional queries. For instance, after receiving ideas for indoor activities for children, a user can ask: “Which of these activities can they do alone?” The system will then provide a tailored response based on the new query.
- Multimodal input options
The AI Mode also supports more than just typed questions. Users can speak their query in audio using the microphone icon or submit an image using Google Lens. For example, if someone wants to know more about a plant, they can upload a photo and ask for care instructions. AI Mode can identify the plant and provide a detailed guide, including ideal placement and watering tips.
- Deeper Web Integration
Google highlights that AI Mode integrates with its existing web infrastructure, including the Knowledge Graph, product databases, and real-time information. Unlike standalone chatbots, it draws from the web’s content and Google’s indexed data to ensure relevance and accuracy.
- Support for Traditional Search
For queries where AI Mode lacks confidence in its response, it will revert to showing standard search results. This ensures users still get access to useful information even when the AI isn’t confident enough to provide a complete answer.
Key Features
- Multimodal input: You can use text, voice, or images to ask questions.
- Advanced reasoning: AI Mode can break down complicated queries into subtopics and return well-structured answers.
- Smart follow-ups: It supports deeper conversation with contextual follow-up questions.
- Powered by Google Lens: You can snap a photo or upload an image and ask related questions—perfect for identifying objects, plants, products, or documents.
How to enable and use AI Mode
- Open the Google app on your Android or iOS device.
- Tap on the Labs icon (available to eligible users).
- Join the experiment by enabling AI Mode.
- Once enabled, enter your query through text, tap the mic for voice input, or use the camera for image-based questions.
- Review the AI-powered overview and links.
- Ask follow-up questions to go deeper.
What Google said. Google wrote:
“We first introduced AI Mode as an experiment in the U.S. earlier this year, and started rolling out to users outside of Labs at Google I/O 2025. It’s already resonating with users who appreciate its speed, quality, and fresh responses. Following this positive feedback, we’re excited to bring AI Mode to India, starting today, as an experiment in Labs in English. This approach allows us to learn what’s most helpful to our users here and improve rapidly with your feedback.”
“This launch is part of our long-term vision to make finding and accessing information even more effortless on Search. With our latest advancements in AI, we’ve seen people turn to Google Search to tackle increasingly complex and nuanced questions. AI Overviews, now used by over 1.5 billion users every month, is a testament to this evolution. In our biggest markets like the U.S. and India, it’s already driving a more than 10% increase in usage for the types of queries where they appear. This means that once people use AI Overviews, they’re coming to do more of these types of queries, and what’s particularly exciting is how this growth increases over time. AI Mode expands what AI Overviews can do with more advanced reasoning, thinking, and multimodal capabilities.”
Nick Fox, Google’s VP of Search, added on X, “This is our first international expansion of AI Mode, and we’ll be adding more features over time.”
Conclusion
Google’s AI Mode in Search is now live in India through Google Labs, offering users a smarter way to explore complex, multi-layered queries. With support for text, voice, and image inputs, AI Mode uses Gemini 2.5 and Google’s advanced query techniques to deliver rich, structured responses and meaningful follow-ups. This launch marks Google’s commitment to evolving search with AI, making it more interactive, accurate, and helpful for nuanced needs. As it expands beyond the U.S., Indian users can now experience a deeper, more conversational, and visual search experience, setting the stage for future AI-driven innovations.
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