Google has launched a new Search experiment in Labs called Audio Overviews, powered by the latest Gemini models. This feature generates quick, conversational audio summaries for certain search queries, providing a convenient, hands-free way to understand unfamiliar topics. It is especially useful for multitasking or for users who prefer audio content.
Key Features
- Audio Overviews offer a brief, spoken summary of search results.
- The audio player on the search results page includes links to relevant web pages for deeper exploration.
- Users can opt into the experiment in Labs and will see the option to generate an audio overview when applicable.
- Feedback options include thumbs up/down for each audio discussion and the overall experiment.
This feature aims to make consuming search results easier and more accessible through audio.
