AI Overviews gets upgraded to Gemini 3 with a dash of AI Mode
Summary
Google's AI Overviews is being upgraded to Gemini 3, with AI Mode integrated to provide a more fluid, conversational search experience. The update introduces multiple Gemini 3 flavors (e.g., Flash and Pro) and selects the most appropriate model for each query, improving accuracy while keeping a risk of mistakes. The article also notes the broader shift toward conversational AI in search and the potential impact on traditional blue-link results.