Google has announced the launch of its Gemini Personal Intelligence feature for users in India. The tool, which debuted in the United States earlier this year, allows users to connect their Google accounts—such as Gmail and Google Photos—and ask Gemini questions to receive personalised answers based on their data.
The expansion to India, announced on Tuesday, marks a significant step for Google in one of its largest global markets. At launch, the feature will be available exclusively to subscribers of the AI Pro and AI Ultra tiers, with plans to extend access to free users in the coming weeks.
How Personal Intelligence Works
Once connected, users can ask Gemini questions like "What are my travel plans for Jaipur?" to retrieve specific information from their emails or photo libraries. The AI can also reference recently watched YouTube videos to generate ideas. Google states that Gemini will identify the sources of its answers, allowing users to verify the provided information.
However, the company has cautioned that the AI may not always interpret context correctly, potentially making erroneous connections between unrelated topics or misunderstanding nuances in personal data.
Rapid AI Feature Rollout in India
This launch is part of a swift series of advanced AI deployments by Google in India. In March, the company integrated Gemini into its Chrome browser for Indian users. Last week, it also activated an AI-powered restaurant booking flow in the country through partnerships with platforms including Zomato, Swiggy, and EazyDiner.
Google first introduced the Personal Intelligence feature in a beta version for some paid users in the U.S. in January. It became available to all U.S. users in March and has since also launched in Japan.
Known Limitations and User Guidance
In a detailed blog post, Google explained potential shortcomings of the feature. "Gemini may also struggle with timing or nuance, particularly regarding relationship changes, like divorces, or your various interests," the company stated.
It provided an example: "For instance, seeing hundreds of photos of you at a golf course might lead it to assume you love golf. But it misses the nuance: you don’t love golf, but you love your son, and that’s why you’re there." Google advised users to simply correct the AI verbally if such errors occur.