Google Search AI Mode Supports Third-Party App Connections

Google Search has added the capability to connect third-party apps in AI Mode. Users can securely link services like Google Calendar, Gmail, Spotify, and more to Search AI Mode, then query and manage content from these apps directly without switching apps. For example, users can ask AI to search and manage calendar events or send emails. This feature is rolling out gradually, with support for more apps to come. For average users, Search AI Mode becomes more like a personal assistant, reducing steps between apps. But developers and enterprises should note: app integration means Google can read and manipulate third-party data, raising data privacy and security compliance concerns. If companies want their apps integrated, they must ensure API authentication and permission controls are robust; users should also be aware of data usage scope after connection.