Google Unveils New Gemini AI Features For September

Another month, another wave of innovation from Google. The company is continuing its rapid development of its flagship AI with the September Gemini Drop, rolling out a host of powerful new features for daily assistance and creative expression. From a smarter camera integration to a viral image editor, here’s a breakdown of what’s new.

A Smarter Eye Gemini Live Gets Visual Upgrades

One of the most significant updates is to Gemini Live, which can now use your phone's camera to understand and assist you with the world around you. This isn't just about identifying objects; Google has made the AI more "visually aware." When you ask a question while pointing your camera at something, Gemini can now highlight exactly what you should focus on to guide you toward a solution. While this enhanced visual assistance is not yet available on all Android and iOS devices, Google has confirmed it is "coming soon."

Unleash Your Creativity with Nano Banana

On the creative front, the Nano Banana image editor has been making waves. This powerful tool, integrated directly into the Gemini app and leveraging Google's DeepMind technology, allows users to bring their wildest ideas to life. The feature has proven to be a massive success, driving over 10 million new users to the Gemini app since its launch. Users have been getting incredibly creative, with popular use cases including turning photos of pets into pixelated video game characters. According to Google, over 200 million photos have already been edited using the tool.

More Than Just Pictures Shareable AI and No Code Apps

The updates don't stop with visuals. Google is also making Gemini more collaborative and accessible. You can now share the custom AI "Gems" you've created with others, allowing them to benefit from your personalized AI assistants. Furthermore, Gemini is now integrated into Canvas, a tool that helps users create applications with no prior coding experience, lowering the barrier to entry for app development.

Whats Next Gemini Integration in Chrome

Looking ahead, Google is preparing to launch a major update called "Gemini in Chrome." This integration aims to fundamentally improve the browsing experience by providing powerful tools directly within the browser. Users can expect features like in-browser page summaries and enhanced AI Overviews in search, making it easier to digest information and find answers quickly. This move follows the August Gemini drop, which focused heavily on educational tools, showing Google's commitment to embedding its AI across a wide range of user experiences.