Google upgrades NotebookLM with Gemini 3.5 for better accuracy and source-finding

Emma Roth

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Google updated its NotebookLM note-taking app with the Gemini 3.5 model, improving accuracy and reliability, as reported by The Verge. The update allows users to start research projects by asking questions directly and using Google Search to find sources, rather than requiring imported notes or videos. However, coverage on bsky noted the upgrade includes faster processing and new features like Antigravity support, but is currently limited to AI Ultra and enterprise account users.

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Google is updating NotebookLM with its Gemini 3.5 model, improving accuracy and reliability. The AI note-taking app now allows users to start research projects by asking questions about a topic directly, using Google Search to find sources, rather than requiring imported notes or YouTube videos. The update represents a shift toward more proactive AI-assisted research within the platform.

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NotebookLM now uses Google's upgraded Gemini 3.5 model, which will allow it to respond with 'more accurate and reliable information'

Google says you can start a research project by just asking NotebookLM questions about a topic, instead of importing notes or YouTube videos

NotebookLM will use Google Search to help you find sources

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Google is powering its AI note-taking app, NotebookLM, with Gemini 3.5, allowing for more accurate and reliable information.

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