Google Integrates Gemini AI into Chrome for Android
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Google is testing the integration of Gemini AI into Chrome for Android, enabling agentic browser capabilities. This integration, referred to as 'Glic' in Chromium code, will allow users to leverage AI-driven features directly within the mobile browser. The exact implementation details are not yet disclosed, but it is expected to function similarly to Copilot in Edge for Android, providing features like summarizing web content and answering follow-up questions. The integration is confirmed through references in the Chromium source code, indicating a significant increase in binary size due to the new AI capabilities. While Gemini is already available in Chrome for desktop, its rollout on Android is anticipated soon.
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15.01.2026 03:30 1 articles · 18h ago
Gemini AI Integration Testing in Chrome for Android
Google is actively testing the integration of Gemini AI into Chrome for Android, as evidenced by references in the Chromium source code. This integration, referred to as 'Glic,' will introduce agentic browser capabilities, allowing users to leverage AI-driven features directly within the mobile browser. The exact implementation details and rollout timeline are yet to be confirmed.
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- Google plans to make Chrome for Android an agentic browser with Gemini — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 15.01.2026 03:30
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Google is testing Gemini AI integration into Chrome for Android, codenamed 'Glic'.
First reported: 15.01.2026 03:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Google plans to make Chrome for Android an agentic browser with Gemini — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 15.01.2026 03:30
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The integration will increase the binary size of Chrome for Android due to additional AI capabilities.
First reported: 15.01.2026 03:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Google plans to make Chrome for Android an agentic browser with Gemini — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 15.01.2026 03:30
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Gemini in Chrome for Android is expected to function similarly to Copilot in Edge for Android, offering features like content summarization and contextual help.
First reported: 15.01.2026 03:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Google plans to make Chrome for Android an agentic browser with Gemini — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 15.01.2026 03:30
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Gemini is currently available in Chrome for desktop but not widely accessible.
First reported: 15.01.2026 03:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Google plans to make Chrome for Android an agentic browser with Gemini — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 15.01.2026 03:30
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The official announcement and rollout timeline for Gemini in Chrome for Android are yet to be confirmed.
First reported: 15.01.2026 03:301 source, 1 articleShow sources
- Google plans to make Chrome for Android an agentic browser with Gemini — www.bleepingcomputer.com — 15.01.2026 03:30