Google Search, Lens, and AI Tools

Google is a utility app by Google LLC that serves as the primary gateway to the company's search engine and a suite of related tools. It centralizes web search, visual identification, and AI-powered assistance into a single mobile interface, designed to help users find information quickly and interact with the world around them. The app has evolved significantly since its initial release in August 2010, with the latest update from October 2026 introducing new AI capabilities and refinements to existing features.

Key features

• AI Mode: Ask complex questions via text, voice, or photo, receive AI-generated answers, and ask follow-up questions for deeper exploration, with links to relevant web sources.
• Circle to Search: Instantly search anything on your screen by circling, highlighting, scribbling, or tapping on images, videos, or text without leaving your current app (available on select premium Android devices).
• Google Lens: Point your camera at objects, text, or scenes to identify plants and animals, translate text in real-time, find similar products, solve math problems, and perform reverse image searches.
• Search Live: Engage in real-time voice and camera conversations with Search to get answers and on-screen links to the web when you need them.
• AI Overviews: Receive concise snapshots of key information on topics or questions, such as 'how to fix a broken zipper', complete with links for further exploration.
• Hum to Search: Hum, whistle, or sing a tune to identify a song without needing lyrics, artist name, or perfect pitch; also supports searching for songs playing nearby.
• Discover: Personalized feed of news, articles, and videos curated based on your interests and search activity.
• Google Search Widget: Add a home screen or lock screen widget for faster access to search, with shortcuts to AI Mode, Lens, and more.

How to install

1. Tap the download button on this page to get the APK file (156 MB).
2. When Android prompts you, allow your browser or file manager to install apps by enabling the 'Install unknown apps' setting in your device's security settings.
3. Open the downloaded APK file from your notification bar or file manager.
4. Tap 'Install' on the installation screen and wait for the process to complete.
5. Once installed, tap 'Open' to launch the app, or find it in your app drawer. The app requires Android 6.0 or higher.

What's New

The update adds Nano Banana, which lets you transform photos in Lens or create images in AI Mode, available in select languages and locations. AI Mode can now be opened from the app home screen for responses to questions. Circle to Search lets you search what is on screen without switching apps, on select premium Android phones in some languages and locations. The app is 156 MB, requires Android 6.0, and was updated October 10, 2026.

This app is ideal for casual web searchers who want quick answers, students who need help with homework or research, and curious individuals who enjoy exploring visual search and AI features. It's also useful for travelers needing real-time translation and for anyone who wants a personalized news feed.

To make the most of Google Lens, try adding descriptive words to your camera searchfor example, searching for shoes in 'blue' or learning how to 'repair' something—to get more relevant results.

The Google app is a powerful and feature-rich tool that goes far beyond basic web search, integrating AI assistance, visual recognition, and personalized content. While some features have device and regional limitations, and the app's permission requests might give privacy-conscious users pause, its broad utility and constant evolution make it a valuable addition for most Android users. It's particularly recommended for those who want to leverage the full potential of Google's AI and search capabilities on the go.