Google is testing a cleaner Gemini overlay at the cost of some of its best features

Google is experimenting with moving important contextual buttons such as "Ask about PDF" into the Plus menu in the Gemini overlay.
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Google just made it easier to upload files in AI Mode - try it now

Google had made it easier to upload documents in AI Mode. A new plus button allows you to upload files and images for AI analysis. The feature is only appearing on desktop mode for now. Google just ...
Android Authority

Google Search has a subtle new way to push you toward AI Mode

Google Search has added a new plus (+) icon in the search bar. The button allows you to upload documents and images, doing which will open AI Mode. The UI doesn’t clearly explain what the button is ...
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Google Search adds '+' button for easy file and image uploads to AI mode

Google has introduced a subtle but important change to its iconic search homepage, adding a plus (+) icon to the left of the search bar on google.com. This new button allows users to upload an image ...