Jan . 11, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Google has launched Personal Intelligence, a new beta feature that allows users in the United States to link the Gemini AI with various Google applications like Gmail and Photos. By integrating these services, the assistant can provide highly tailored answers by cross-referencing private emails and images to retrieve specific details, such as vehicle information or travel preferences. Users maintain full control over their data, as the feature is disabled by default and allows for the selective connection of specific apps. To protect individual privacy, the AI does not train its core models directly on private libraries; instead, it uses the data only to answer individualised prompts. This update is currently available for AI Pro and Ultra subscribers on mobile and web platforms, with plans for a broader release in the future. The system is designed to be proactive and helpful, though it still requires user feedback to improve its understanding of complex human nuances and relationships. Continue reading →