Google is expanding Search Live globally, to all languages and locations where AI Mode is supported. Now, users in more than 200 countries and regions can have interactive conversations with Search in AI Mode, using both their voice and camera.
This expansion is made possible by Google’s new audio and voice model, Gemini 3.1 Flash Live, which delivers even more natural conversations, as well as increased speed and reliability. The new model is also natively multilingual, allowing users around the world to chat with Search in their preferred language.
Search Live becomes available to even more users
Search Live is designed for those times when real-time help is needed and typing a query just isn't enough.
To use Search Live, the user simply needs to open the Google app on Android ή iOS and tap the Live icon below the search bar. From there, they can ask their question out loud to get a helpful audio response, then continue the conversation with follow-up questions or dig deeper with relevant online links.
Specifically, if a user wants to ask about something that’s in front of them at the moment, such as instructions on how to install a new shelf, they can activate their camera to add visual content. This way, Search can “see” what the camera is capturing, offering helpful suggestions, as well as links to more information online.
Search Live is now also accessible through Google Lens. If you’re already using your camera with Lens, simply tap “Live” at the bottom of the screen to start a two-way, real-time conversation about objects or situations you’re seeing in the physical world.
Google continues to evolve Search to make it even more useful and immediate, and the company looks forward to seeing how users around the world use Search Live to learn, explore, and make their lives easier.
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