Google Workspace adds voice features, Google Pics, AI Inbox, and Gemini Spark
Google has unveiled a range of AI-enhanced features for Google Workspace, which includes conversational voice functions in Gmail, Docs, and Keep; a new image creation and editing tool named Google Pics; enhancements to AI Inbox; and a 24/7 personal AI agent called Gemini Spark. Over 4 billion users depend on Google Workspace applications. The voice capabilities feature Gmail Live for inbox searches, Docs Live for document drafting, and Keep for note organization. Google Pics, utilizing the Nano Banana model, offers object segmentation, text editing/translation, Workspace integrations, and collaborative canvases. It is launching today for Trusted Testers and will be available globally this summer for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, as well as in preview for Workspace business clients. AI Inbox now delivers personalized draft replies, quick file access, and improved task management, expanding to Google AI Plus and Pro subscribers in the U.S. Gemini Spark, revealed at Google I/O, is a personal AI agent that acts on users' behalf and will soon be available in preview for business customers through the Gemini app.
Key facts
- Google announced new AI features for Workspace including voice capabilities, Google Pics, AI Inbox updates, and Gemini Spark.
- Voice features in Gmail, Docs, and Keep allow users to brainstorm, organize, and take action using voice commands.
- Google Pics is an image creation and editing tool built on the Nano Banana model with object segmentation, text editing/translation, and Workspace integrations.
- Google Pics launches today to Trusted Testers and rolls out globally this summer to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers and in preview for Workspace business customers.
- AI Inbox now includes personalized draft replies, instant file access, and streamlined task management, expanding to Google AI Plus and Pro subscribers in the U.S.
- Gemini Spark is a 24/7 personal AI agent announced at Google I/O that can take action on behalf of users, available soon in preview for business customers.
- More than 4 billion users rely on Google Workspace apps.
- Gemini Spark asks users before performing high-stakes actions like sending emails or adding calendar events.
Entities
Institutions
- Google Workspace
- Gmail
- Docs
- Keep
- Google Pics
- AI Inbox
- Gemini Spark
- Google AI
- Google I/O
- Nano Banana
Locations
- United States