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January 22, 2026
Google Search AI Mode can use Gmail and Photos to get to know you
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TL;DR
- AI Mode can now analyze Gmail and Google Photos accounts for personalized search results.
- The "Personal Intelligence" feature tailors AI Mode search results to user interests and daily life.
- Examples include suggesting travel itineraries based on bookings and recommending ice cream parlors if a user frequently takes ice cream selfies.
- The feature is available for eligible Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers starting today, rolling out in the US.
- This update follows the introduction of Personal Intelligence to Gemini AI, which also uses Search and YouTube history.
- Google assures that the feature is built with privacy in mind and does not train directly on user inboxes or photo libraries.
- Users can correct unsuitable recommendations and provide feedback through follow-up responses or a "thumbs down" option.