Google is testing a potential replacement for the ‘I’m Feeling Lucky’ button with an AI Mode feature in its search engine. Users have reported seeing the AI Mode tab in various locations, including near the search bar and replacing the ‘I’m Feeling Lucky’ button. The appearance of the AI Mode button varies, with some users noticing a rotating rainbow border that enhances its visibility.
On May 1st, Google announced that a “small percentage” of users in the US would soon see the AI Mode option, currently limited to Google’s experimental Labs environment. Google spokesperson Ashley Thompson indicated that this is part of ongoing experiments to improve user access to features.
While it is not confirmed that the ‘I’m Feeling Lucky’ button will be permanently replaced, the consideration of this change may concern users who appreciate the traditional feature, which has been a staple since Google’s inception. The shift suggests that Google may prioritize AI Mode's chatbot-like responses over direct access to the first search result page.
