Google reinventa search: gemini 3.5 flash y agentes ai dominan la escena

Google is fundamentally reshaping its Search experience, layering in a tidal wave of AI – specifically, Gemini 3.5 Flash – and introducing a new generation of AI agents designed to anticipate and fulfill user needs in real-time.

A conversational shift: ai mode doubles query volume

The rollout of AI Mode, built on the foundation of previous AI enhancements, is driving an unprecedented surge in user engagement. Queries have doubled quarter-over-quarter since its U.S. launch in April 2025, culminating in a record-breaking Q1 2026, with over one billion monthly users. This isn’t simply about better algorithms; it’s a fundamental shift towards conversational search.

Users are increasingly leveraging AI Mode's ability to follow up on initial queries, engaging in dynamic back-and-forth conversations with the AI agent. The system retains context throughout these interactions, ensuring that subsequent questions build upon previous responses and deliver increasingly relevant results. It’s a far cry from the static, keyword-driven searches of the past.

Gemini 3.5 flash: the new default

Today marks a significant milestone: Gemini 3.5 Flash is officially becoming the default AI model for AI Mode. Google isn’t just adding AI; it’s integrating it at the core, optimizing the entire Search architecture for generative intelligence. The new search box itself has been redesigned, expanding to accommodate complex queries encompassing text, images, files, videos, and even Chrome tabs – a truly multimodal approach.

Introducing ai agents: personalized search assistance

But the innovation doesn't stop there. Google is introducing a suite of AI agents designed to provide proactive, personalized assistance. These agents, initially available to Google AI Pro & Ultra subscribers this summer, will tirelessly scour the web – from blogs and news sites to social media and real-time data feeds like financial markets and sports scores – to anticipate user needs. Imagine, for example, a Miami Heat fan receiving constant updates on the rumored trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo, delivered directly by an agent dedicated to monitoring that specific narrative.

These agents are designed to work in the background, learning user preferences and proactively surfacing relevant information. Furthermore, Google is adding agentic booking capabilities, allowing users to seamlessly secure reservations for everything from private karaoke rooms to local services, all orchestrated through the power of AI.

Visual intelligence: generative ui takes center stage

To truly unlock the potential of these AI agents, Google is developing a custom generative user interface (UI) – Antigravity – that dynamically adapts to the query. Expect to see rich visualizations like graphs, charts, and even animated simulations presented directly within the Search results, offering a more intuitive and engaging way to understand complex information. This visual layer will be available at no additional cost to all users this summer.

The integration of Personal Intelligence, drawing on data from apps like Google Photos and Gmail, is further deepening the level of personalization. This expansion, reaching 200 countries and territories across 98 languages, represents a massive step towards a truly individualized search experience. The goal? To provide responses that are not just informative, but genuinely useful.

A new era of search – delivered

Google’s relentless investment in AI is not merely an incremental update; it's a strategic repositioning. The future of search isn’t about simply finding information—it’s about understanding intent, anticipating needs, and delivering intelligent assistance. And with Gemini 3.5 Flash and the rise of AI agents, Google is poised to lead the charge.