Tag Archives: Google Search

17Jan/26

The Future of Personal AI: A Guide to Gemini’s Cross-App Integration

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

06Jan/26

Gemini Code Assistant Fixed The Error

Jan. 6, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Trouble with dedugging code is that when you fix one issue and then end up creating more bugs. Gemini is a good coding assistant. Here is how Gemini fixed an error in under 5 minutes

Prompt: Help me fix the SSL issue on this site https://vionde.mpelembe.net/2026/01/mix-stanley-clarke.html Continue reading
26Dec/25

Preferred Sources in The AI Era

Dec. 25, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Google is introducing new search features and global partnerships to better connect users with digital content in the artificial intelligence era. A primary update is the global rollout of Preferred Sources, which allows individuals to prioritise their favourite news outlets and websites within their search results. The company is also enhancing its AI interfaces by adding more direct links and descriptive context to help people explore the web more effectively. Additionally, Google is launching collaborative pilot programs with major international publishers to test AI-powered summaries and real-time data integration. These initiatives aim to foster deeper engagement between readers and creators while providing more personalised browsing experiences. Together, these advancements represent a significant shift in how information is discovered and consumed across the broader ecosystem. Continue reading

25Dec/25

Google Has Released Disco

Dec. 25, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Disco is a fresh Google Labs experiment designed to revolutionise how users engage with the internet through artificial intelligence. This project features a primary tool called GenTabs, which converts a user’s open browser tabs into unique, interactive applications. These dynamic apps are tailored to the individual’s specific goals, allowing for highly personalised web exploration such as 3D solar system models. By synthesising information from active windows, the technology aims to make browsing more functional and creative. Interested participants are encouraged to join a waitlist to gain early access to these emerging AI-driven features. Continue reading

01Nov/25

Google AI Studio: Vibe Coding Innovation

Nov. 1, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Google Cloud  announced major updates to the Google AI Studio platform, focusing on making app development faster and more accessible. The Google Cloud introduces “Vibe coding,” a new feature designed to allow users to build working, AI-powered prototypes simply from a single text prompt, dramatically reducing the time required compared to traditional methods. Continue reading

11May/25

Google Workspace: Gemini Live Conversations Launched

May 9, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This announcement details a significant update to the Gemini mobile app for Google Workspace users, introducing a “Live” feature** that enables natural, two-way voice conversations with Gemini using various prompts and methods including sharing the camera or screen. Continue reading

08May/25

Unleashing the Power of NotebookLM

May 8, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This ebook, created in partnership with Google Cloud, introduces and explains NotebookLM, an AI research and learning assistant developed by Google. It highlights NotebookLM’s capabilities in analysing user-provided sources like documents, videos, and web pages to provide accurate, contextually relevant answers and precise citations. Continue reading

06Jan/25

Glimpse the future of business within the AI Business Trends 2025 report

Jan. 6, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — This new report explores the five big AI business trends to watch, according to insights from enterprise decision makers, Google search trends, research, and Google’s Cloud AI leaders.
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01Jan/25

NotebookLM: Features and Use Cases

Jan. 01, 2024 /Mpelembe Media/ — NotebookLM is an experimental tool by Google that helps you understand and work with information from your notes and documents. It uses AI to summarize, answer questions, and generate new insights from your content.    Continue reading

26Nov/24

What is Digital Marketing Act (DMA)?

Nov. 25, 2024 /Mpelembe Media/ — The Digital Markets Act (DMA) is a set of EU regulations designed to promote fair competition and protect consumers in the digital marketplace. It applies to large online platforms and search engines, including Google, that have been designated as “gatekeepers” due to their significant market power.  Continue reading