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Google AI Mode on Android adds chat history search feature
Key points
- Chat history search is now available on Android and iOS.
- New search field is accessed through the navigation drawer.
- Redesign of prompt box and file upload feature rolled out for iPhone app.
New Chat Search Feature
Google has introduced a new 'Search threads' feature in AI Mode for Android. Users can now search their previous chat history directly, enhancing their ability to continue conversations where they left off.
User Interface Changes
Alongside the chat search, Google has redesigned the input prompt box in the iPhone app, moving from a bottom-docked interface to a floating rounded rectangle. This change was previewed at I/O 2026 earlier this year.
File Upload Feature
The update also brings functionality to upload files from mobile devices, a feature that is already accessible on google.com/ai, although it has yet to be widely rolled out on Android.
Availability
The chat search functionality is currently being made available to users on both iOS and Android platforms, marking a significant improvement over the web-only version that previously existed.
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Reporting from
Google AI Mode now allows users to search their chat history directly within the Android app. This update enhances user experience by making it easier to revisit previous conversations, which was previously available only on the web.