Google Launches New AI-Powered Search Mode Across MENA Region

Google has started rolling out its new AI-powered “AI Mode” search across the UAE and the wider Middle East and North Africa region, with English availability hitting Google Search and the Google app on both Android and iOS in the coming days.

Powered by the Gemini 2.5 model, AI Mode is designed to handle complex, multi-layered questions—so you can plan a road trip across Oman, compare phone specs in seconds, or even follow step-by-step cooking guides, all in one go.

It’s also multimodal, meaning you can type, talk, or even upload an image to kick off your search. Behind the scenes, it breaks your query into smarter pieces to pull in more relevant, well-rounded results.

The update signals a new era of AI-powered search for users throughout the Middle East and North Africa, ushering in a nuanced way to interact with information.