Google has rolled out a new update to its Gemini artificial intelligence (AI) platform, introducing a feature called Personal Intelligence that aims to help users manage everyday tasks using their own Google data.
Personal Intelligence is designed to reduce the need for users to manually switch between different apps when planning trips, searching for information, or recalling past activities. Instead of relying only on public information from the internet, the feature works by connecting Gemini to a user’s personal Google apps, such as Gmail, Google Photos, and YouTube, if the user chooses to allow access.
According to Google, the feature helps Gemini understand a user’s habits, preferences, and stored information across these apps. This allows the AI to provide more relevant help based on personal data rather than general online content.
For example, when planning a trip, users can ask Gemini for assistance instead of checking multiple emails and photo albums. With access to Gmail, Gemini can identify travel dates and bookings. By reviewing Google Photos, it can pick up preferences, such as favorite food or travel styles. Gemini can then suggest a travel plan that fits the user’s schedule and interests.
Google said Personal Intelligence is built with privacy controls in place. The feature is optional and turned off by default. Users decide which apps they want to connect and can disconnect them at any time. Chat history can also be deleted by the user.
The company stressed that users remain in control of their data, whether they choose to link only one app, such as Gmail, or include more services like YouTube for personalized content suggestions.
Personal Intelligence is currently in beta and is being rolled out to Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers in the United States. Google said it plans to expand access to more countries, support additional languages, and eventually make the feature available to free users.