SMRTR AIJan 22, 2026TechCrunch

Google’s AI Mode can now tap into your Gmail and Photos to provide tailored responses

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Google expanded its AI Mode search feature with "Personal Intelligence," allowing it to access users' Gmail and Google Photos to deliver personalized responses. The opt-in feature, available to AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the U.S., can create tailored vacation itineraries by analyzing hotel bookings and travel photos, or suggest shopping items based on purchase history and travel plans. This integration leverages Google's vast user data ecosystem to provide more individualized experiences that competitors cannot easily replicate.

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