August 20, 2026 · The Verge
Google lets users describe what they want in their Discover feed
Google is rolling out a chatbot interface within Discover that lets users type or describe preferences to customize their feed, which the AI will "remember" for future visits. The feature launches within days via the Google app's three-dot menu.
Why it matters: This pushes conversational AI further into Google's core content-distribution surfaces, following similar personalization pushes in Search and News. It's another sign that natural-language interfaces are replacing traditional settings menus across major consumer products.
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