Google is adding its Gemini 2.5 Pro to Search: What’s in it for users

Google has announced an upgrade to its Search capabilities. The company said that it is rolling out access to Gemini 2.5 Pro model – what it calls the most advanced model for complex tasks – and Deep Search within AI Mode. This particular mode was first made available in the US and was recently launched in India.The latest AI capabilities will be available for

Google AI Pro

and AI Ultra subscribers. The company also unveiled a new "agentic" feature:

AI-powered calling

to local businesses, aiming to streamline everyday tasks for users.“Gemini 2.5 Pro and Deep Search are rolling out in AI Mode to help with more complex questions and research - available now to Google AI Pro/Ultra subscribers,” Google CEO Sundar Pichai said.“Plus, a new agentic capability directly in Search: AI-powered calling to local businesses, rolling out to all users in the US,” he added.

Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro arrives in AI Mode

Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers can access Gemini 2.5 Pro directly within Search's AI Mode. This integration provides users with Google's most intelligent AI model for tackling complex queries. Subscribers can select the 2.5 Pro model from a dropdown menu in the AI Mode tab. The default AI Mode model will continue to offer general assistance for most questions, Google said.For users requiring more in-depth information, Google is introducing Deep Search capabilities within AI Mode, also powered by Gemini 2.5 Pro. Described as Google Search's most advanced research tool, Deep Search can "save hours by issuing hundreds of searches, reasoning across disparate pieces of information and crafting a comprehensive, fully-cited report in minutes."Deep Search is particularly beneficial for extensive research related to professional work, hobbies, studies, or significant life decisions like purchasing a house or financial analysis. According to Google, the rollout of Deep Search and Gemini 2.5 Pro begins this week for Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers in the US who have opted into the AI Mode experiment in Google Labs.

Google will allow AI to help you shop with AI-powered calling

Google is also introducing an "agentic" capability directly into Search: AI-powered calling to local businesses. This feature allows users to delegate tasks like checking pricing and availability for services such as pet grooming or dry cleaning, without needing to make the call themselves.To use this feature, users can search for services like "pet groomers near me" and will see an option to "Have AI check pricing." After submitting the request, Search will compile information on appointments and services from various businesses, presenting users with a range of options.This AI calling capability is now rolling out to all Search users in the US, with Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers receiving higher usage limits.