Google expands Gemini in Chrome to seven additional countries with new AI features

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:05:00 +0200

Google has announced the expansion of its Gemini in Chrome integration to seven additional countries: Australia, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, and Vietnam. The rollout includes availability on desktop and iOS in all listed markets except Japan. This move continues Google’s broader strategy of embedding its Gemini AI deeply into the Chrome browser experience. Since last year, Chrome has gradually incorporated Gemini through multiple interfaces, including a floating AI window and, more recently, a sidebar assistant designed to help users interact with multiple tabs simultaneously.

The sidebar assistant is powered by Gemini’s Personal Intelligence capabilities, enabling users to connect services such as Gmail and Google Photos for personalized responses. It also integrates with Google Calendar for scheduling, Google Maps for location queries, and Gmail for drafting and sending emails directly from the browser. Additionally, users can perform web-based image t