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Google’s personal AI agent can browse in Chrome for you.
Google has rolled out its AI agent, Gemini Spark, enabling users to automate browsing tasks in Chrome. The AI can assist with activities such as scheduling apartment viewings and researching flight options. While the agent streamlines these processes, user intervention is required for payment actions. Notably, Spark is now accessible via the AI Pro tier in an additional 160 countries, expanding its reach beyond the initial premium tier availability. This development suggests a strategic move by Google to enhance productivity tools and advance its AI capabilities in everyday applications.
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Published 30 Jul 2026, 23:05 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Gemini Spark automates tasks within Chrome.
- Users can schedule viewings and research flight options.
- Payment actions require human confirmation.
- AI service now available in 160 more countries.
- Initially exclusive to the AI Ultra tier.
Interesting facts
- AI agent represents a significant push toward AI-driven personal assistants.
- Accessibility improvements could lead to broader adoption of Google's AI tools.
- User interaction remains fundamental despite automation advancements.