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Google Turns Circle to Search Into a Conversational Tool With AI Mode

The latest Google app update sends follow-up prompts from Circle to Search to AI replies through a new bottom search bar.

Overview

  • The change is rolling out in Google app version 16.47.49 across Android devices beyond the initial Samsung foldables.
  • Previously, follow-up queries from Circle to Search triggered regular Google Search or image results rather than AI answers.
  • The interface now shows an “Ask Anything” bar at the bottom that accepts questions about selected images or on-screen text.
  • Responses are handled by AI Mode, which reports suggest is powered by Google’s Gemini model.
  • Google highlights student-focused capabilities in AI Mode, such as help with math and science problems and research prompts.