Google Search Is Becoming Something Fundamentally Different. Here's What That Looks Like

Google unveiled a major Search overhaul at I/O 2026, built around Gemini 3.5 Flash and a new intelligent search box.

AI Overviews will flow more smoothly into AI Mode, making search feel more conversational and interactive.

The update adds widgets and early agentic features, letting Search handle richer queries and multi-step tasks.

Google says the redesign moves Search further toward an AI-first assistant with more personalized answers and help from apps like Gmail, Photos, and Calendar.