Google is introducing its equivalent of a VIP pass to all its AI technology with an 'Ultra' subscription package that will cost $250 per month and include 30 terabytes of storage, too, Alphabet-owned tech giant on Tuesday stated at its annual developers conference, known as Google I/O. That's a big step beyond Google's previous top-of-the-line package, which is now called "AI Pro", that costs $20 per month and includes two terabytes of storage.
Google Search with AI
The next phase outlined at Google's annual developers conference includes releasing a new "AI mode" option in the United States. The feature makes interacting with Google's search engine more like having a conversation with an expert capable of answering questions on just about any topic imaginable.
AI mode is being offered to all comers in the U.S. just two-and-a-half-months after the company began testing with a limited Labs division audience.
Google Gemini 2.5
Google is also feeding its latest AI model, Gemini 2.5, into its search algorithms and will soon begin testing other AI features, such as the ability to automatically buy concert tickets and conduct searches through live video feeds.
Android XR-powered Google Smart Glass
In another example of Google's all-in approach to AI, the company revealed it is planning to leverage the technology to re-enter the smart glasses market with a new pair of Android XR-powered spectacles. The preview of the forthcoming device, which includes a hands-free camera and a voice-powered AI assistant, comes 13 years after the debut of “Google Glass,” a product that the company scrapped after a public backlash over privacy concerns.
Google didn't say when its Android XR glasses will be available or how much they will cost, but disclosed they will be designed in partnership with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. The glasses will compete against a similar product already on the market from Facebook parent Meta Platforms and Ray-Ban.
Q1. What is Google's annual developers conference?
A1. Google's annual developers conference is known as Google I/O.
Q2. What is Gemini 2.5?
A2. Google is also feeding its latest AI model, Gemini 2.5.
Google Search with AI
The next phase outlined at Google's annual developers conference includes releasing a new "AI mode" option in the United States. The feature makes interacting with Google's search engine more like having a conversation with an expert capable of answering questions on just about any topic imaginable.
AI mode is being offered to all comers in the U.S. just two-and-a-half-months after the company began testing with a limited Labs division audience.
Google Gemini 2.5
Google is also feeding its latest AI model, Gemini 2.5, into its search algorithms and will soon begin testing other AI features, such as the ability to automatically buy concert tickets and conduct searches through live video feeds.
Android XR-powered Google Smart Glass
In another example of Google's all-in approach to AI, the company revealed it is planning to leverage the technology to re-enter the smart glasses market with a new pair of Android XR-powered spectacles. The preview of the forthcoming device, which includes a hands-free camera and a voice-powered AI assistant, comes 13 years after the debut of “Google Glass,” a product that the company scrapped after a public backlash over privacy concerns.
Google didn't say when its Android XR glasses will be available or how much they will cost, but disclosed they will be designed in partnership with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. The glasses will compete against a similar product already on the market from Facebook parent Meta Platforms and Ray-Ban.
FAQs
Q1. What is Google's annual developers conference?
A1. Google's annual developers conference is known as Google I/O.
Q2. What is Gemini 2.5?
A2. Google is also feeding its latest AI model, Gemini 2.5.
