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Google is introducing new AI-powered features to Search, leveraging its latest Gemini models to enhance the user experience. This move aims to retain users on Google instead of shifting their search behaviors to platforms like ChatGPT. The rise of AI chatbots poses a significant threat to Google's core business, as they divert more search activities away from Google.

In response, Google is integrating Google Lens search into its Chrome browser on desktops, allowing users to search based on any visual element on their screen. According to a video overview, users can now click the Lens icon and select any object on their desktop screen to perform a Google search for that item.

As explained by Google:

Google Lens has already simplified searching for what you see on your phone. With the latest Chrome update rolling out in the next few days, we're bringing these capabilities directly to your desktop browser. This means you'll be able to easily select, search, and ask questions about anything you see on the web without leaving your current tab.

This feature can greatly assist users looking to buy specific items, offering a convenient way to search using visual cues. It may also help establish new discovery habits, as the Lens button will be easily accessible to Chrome users at all times.

Additionally, Google is introducing new AI-powered integrated product listings to Google Shopping results. As shown in this example, if you have multiple tabs open while searching for a specific product, Google will now be able to generate a comparison page, making it easier to view and compare them side-by-side.

Imagine you're looking for a new Bluetooth portable speaker for an upcoming trip, but the product details and reviews are spread across different pages and websites. Soon, Chrome will suggest generating a comparison table by displaying a prompt next to your tabs. This will consolidate all essential details—product specs, features, price, ratings—into one tab, allowing you to easily compare and make an informed decision without endless tab switching.

This feature could significantly enhance the shopping experience and provide a simple way to improve Google's product search capabilities over competitors.

Finally, Google is also making it easier to find pages you’ve visited in the past on Chrome by using conversational queries to navigate back to them.Email:Sign up “Just access your history and type something like, “What was that ice cream shop I looked at last week?” and Chrome will show you relevant pages from your browsing Using this feature is entirely optional, and you can easily enable or disable it in your settings. Additionally, it will never include any browsing data from incognito mode.

These are smart additions that leverage Google's existing market advantages to enhance its discovery tools. This is crucial for Google, as it is already the primary destination for searches. By continuously improving its offerings with new AI-based functions, Google can maintain its position despite increasing competition in the discovery space.

From a marketing perspective, these updates may not have a significant immediate impact, as they rely on product information likely already present on your pages. However, if you haven't included comprehensive product details and comparisons with competitors, this is something to consider for the second element.

Ultimately, these enhancements could keep Google top-of-mind for product searches, meaning you'll continue optimizing for Google listings for the foreseeable future.

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Syed Ali Zulqurnain