Google has announced the rollout of Personal Intelligence in Gemini, its AI-powered assistant, designed to provide tailored recommendations and support based on user data from Gmail, Google Photos, and other connected apps. The feature is currently available to a select group of users, with plans for broader access across supported Google platforms in the near future. Personal Intelligence is aimed at families, individuals, and professionals who rely on Google services for organization, travel, and daily planning.
Answering a top request from our users, we’re introducing Personal Intelligence in the @GeminiApp. You can now securely connect to Google apps for an even more helpful experience.
— Sundar Pichai (@sundarpichai) January 14, 2026
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Personal Intelligence leverages users’ prior interactions, emails, and photos to generate personalized suggestions, such as unique travel itineraries or activity recommendations, while maintaining user privacy. Unlike previous iterations of Google Assistant, Gemini’s approach enables users to control which apps are connected and when personalization is active. The system references data in real time without using it for model training, except for filtered prompts and responses, and users can always opt out or adjust privacy settings. This capability sets Gemini apart from competitors by reducing the need to transfer personal data externally and providing transparency in responses.
Google is focusing on privacy and user agency, implementing clear guardrails for sensitive topics and ensuring users can review or correct Gemini’s answers. The company emphasizes that the feature was developed with input from privacy experts and user feedback, reflecting its ongoing commitment to responsible AI development.
