No More Typing: Try Google’s New Voice Search Mode
Google adds Search Live to its AI Mode, letting users ask questions by voice and get instant answers with multitasking support and upcoming camera features.
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Google has rolled out a new voice-enabled functionality named "Search Live" under its AI Mode experiment, aiming to simplify how users interact with search on mobile. The new feature supports live, voice-based queries and back-and-forth conversations, bringing a more intuitive experience similar to Gemini Live or ChatGPT’s voice mode.
Available through the Google app, Search Live lets Android and iOS users engage in real-time spoken interactions. Instead of typing queries, users can tap the "Live" icon under the search bar and begin a voice-based session. The feature currently remains limited to participants in Google’s Labs program.
Once enabled, Search Live continues running in the background, enabling multitasking and cross-app usage. A transcript function allows voice responses to be read in text format, enhancing accessibility. All voice interactions are stored within the AI Mode history for later reference.
The voice-powered experience is powered by a custom version of Google’s Gemini AI model, offering enhanced voice processing for improved query handling. Though similar to Gemini Live, Search Live has distinct features tailored for voice-first interactions via the Google Search platform.
Google has confirmed that camera capabilities will be added to Search Live, enabling users to ask real-time questions about objects or scenes through their device camera. This extension is currently undergoing testing and is only accessible within the United States.
