The Google app is already working on a new shortcut for AI Mode

Earlier this month, Google added a new AI Mode option to its search offerings. The new search modality leverages Gemini 2.0 to provide results that sort of split the difference between Google's often dubious AI Overviews feature and more conventional search results. Initially exclusive to Google One AI Premium subscribers, the feature has since expanded to general availability. Now, as reported by Android Authority, the Google app is testing a way to more easily start new AI Mode searches without having to return to the app's home screen.