Google has announced one of the biggest upgrades to Search in years during Google I/O 2026. The company is expanding AI-powered experiences across Search with smarter tools, deeper personalisation, AI agents, and custom interactive experiences. Here are nine important things to know about Google’s new AI Search plans.
9What happens to traditional Search results?
Google’s latest AI Search upgrades also hint at a gradual shift away from the traditional “10 blue links” experience. Most of these advanced features are currently tied to AI Mode, while regular Search will continue showing standard web results. However, with AI-generated summaries, conversational responses, and agents becoming more prominent, users may rely less on manually browsing multiple websites over time.
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