Google Supercharges Chromebook Plus with New Gemini AI Tools

What Just Landed on Chromebook Plus?

Google has rolled out an exciting set of Gemini AI enhancements for all Chromebook Plus models, starting with the new Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14. These updates aim to streamline productivity and spark creativity with smart AI tools built right into ChromeOS.

Top AI Features You’ll Actually Use

1. Select to Search (formerly Circle to Search)

Highlight any text or image by long-pressing the Launcher or using the screenshot tool—to instantly search with Google Lens.

Bonus: Pull dates or recipes directly into Google Calendar or Docs

2. Text Capture

Turn screenshots into editable text ideal for grabbing details from recipes, invoices, or lectures.

3. Help Me Read (Simplify)

Struggling with dense language? Select text and tap Simplify—AI transforms it into plain, easy-to-read language.

4. Quick Insert AI Image Generation

A new Quick Insert key (replacing Caps Lock on newer models) triggers AI-powered image creation for documents, emails, and slides.

5. Smart Grouping

Automatically organizes your open tabs and documents into “task-based” groups for better workflow management.

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6. On-Device Image Editing

Built into the Gallery app you can remove backgrounds, create stickers, or expand images with AI.

7. NotebookLM & Pro Plan Integration

All 2025 Chromebook Plus users get a 1-year Google AI Pro plan (Gemini 2.5 Pro, NotebookLM access, 2TB storage, Veo 3 video, and more).

Spotlight: Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14

This new flagship Chromebook includes:

MediaTek Kompanio Ultra chip (50 TOPS), first ARM-based Chromebook Plus
14″ OLED 1920×1200 screen, touchscreen option, Dolby Atmos sound, & Wi‑Fi 7
Up to 17 hours battery life the longest in the Chromebook Plus line
Exclusive AI perks: Smart grouping & image editing

Why It Matters –

Supercharged productivity with on-device OCR, smart task grouping, and contextual image search
Creative flexibility via built-in AI editing and image generation
Privacy-first AI with NPU-powered features that don’t rely on cloud
Value package: AI Pro plan, NotebookLM, and 2TB storage bundled for a year

Pros & Cons –

Pros	Cons
Instant AI tools (search, simplify, capture)	Not available on standard Chromebooks
Quick image generation + editing	Quick Insert key still rolling out
Smart tab/document grouping	AI Pro plan expires after one year
Feature-rich Lenovo Plus 14 + long battery life	High starter price (\$649+/749\$)

Final Verdict –

Google’s Gemini AI update transforms Chromebook Plus into a productivity powerhouse. If you value quick search, text capture, AI image tools, and smart organization with strong privacy this update is a game-changer.

And if you’re picking up the Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14, you’re getting the most powerful, AI-rich Chromebook Plus ever ready for work or creativity today.