This is another stride by the company toward artificial intelligence, designed to encourage users to more actively employ the “AI Overviews” feature. The novel capability, which widely appeared on December 15th in desktop browsers, permits the direct uploading of pictures and documents into the conversational interface built upon the Gemini model. Just click the plus sign, select “Upload image” or “Upload file,” and the artificial intelligence will examine the content and provide a response. This is more than just Google Lens—instead of simple object recognition, the user receives a complete dialogue with the AI, capable of analysis and inference. Google is systematically making adjustments to its search engine, integrating it with Gemini. The “plus” button functions for both signed-in and non-signed-in users in Chrome, Edge, and Safari. Pressure from rivals is palpable: ChatGPT is already used weekly by 800 million individuals, which compelled Google to hasten the rollout of its AI features. Interestingly, just a few days ago, OpenAI announced a “red code” after the Gemini 3 Pro model surpassed prior benchmarks. Currently, Gemini commands approximately 13.5% of the AI chatbot market, boasting 450 million active users monthly, and the AI Overviews function is accessible to 2 billion people. Rutab.net
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