All the new features coming to Google Workspace, announced at Google I/O 2026

At Google I/O, three new features are coming to Google Workspace. According to Google, over 900 million people use Gemini, and now that AI is being further integrated into Workspace apps.

At a glance, new features coming to Workplace include Gmail Live, Docs Live, Google Pics, and AI Inbox. Gmail Live and Docs Live bring AI voice transcription to Workplace apps. Google Pics is the latest AI image editing and generation tool built on Google’s Nano Banana platform. AI Inbox, which was previously announced, is now expanding its user base and features.

Here’s everything you need to know about the new features for Google Workspace announced at Google I/O 2026.

No typing necessary: Start dictating in Docs Live and Google’s AI will do the rest.
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When you’re on the go and don’t have a moment to type out or search for what you need, Google’s new voice capabilities provide answers faster. These conversational features are coming to Gmail, Docs, and Keep.

Now with Gmail Live, you can ask your most important questions like “What’s my flight info?” and get the answer in a moment, rather than sifting through your bursting inbox.

In Docs Live, rather than tediously organizing your thoughts, you can get to a first draft sooner. Just speak to Docs Live, and it will brainstorm, write, outline, and refine what you’re trying to say.

With Google Keep, where you can keep all your quick notes, just record your thoughts rather than typing them out. Keep will do the rest of the work, organizing and transcribing them.

All of these features will be available to AI Pro and Ultra subscribers.

Google Pics

Built on Google’s Nano Banana model, Google Pics is a new image and creation tool. Not only will it help edit existing photos, but it will also create photos from scratch. Google Pics may even be making a run for Canva’s crown, as it designs event flyers, social media content, and digital illustrations.

According to Google, Pics includes:

• Object segmentation: Select and edit specific elements with precision. You can easily move an object, resize it, or transform it entirely — like changing a sweater’s color or turning a dog into a cat — all without affecting the rest of the image.

• Text editing and translation: Modify text directly inside a photo or translate it into different languages while maintaining the original design and font style.

• Integrations with Workspace: Pics will also be integrated into Workspace apps so you can easily edit images right where they are, starting with Slides and Drive.

Pics is currently launching with select testers. Later this summer, it will launch to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers and be previewed for Google Workspace business customers.

AI Inbox for Gmail

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Earlier this year, Google announced AI inbox, which is now live for AI Ultra subscribers. Now announced at Google I/O, AI Inbox is rolling out to AI Pro and Plus users. Alongside this change come three new features:

• Personalized draft replies: Rather than reminding you to reply to an email, the AI inbox gets a draft ready for you to review and send.

• Instant file access: When reviewing a task, AI Inbox sorts through your Google Drive to find the link you need.

• Streamlined task management: No more making your own to-do list, now your view stays clutter-free, marking individual tasks and dismissing unhelpful suggestions.

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