Google Workspace: Gemini AI Features and Pricing Changes
On January 15, 2025, Google announced a major shift for Google Workspace. Going forward, all Google Workspace licenses will include Gemini AI features and functions. Specific capabilities will vary by license type. While customers will no longer need to pay as much as $30 per user per month for these capabilities, the cost for most Google Workspace subscriptions will increase by about 17%. This increase affects all subscriptions, even those opting not to use the newly embedded Gemini AI features.
New Google for Education features for more personalized learning
Many students require more personalized ways to learn effectively, like learning materials tailored to their skill level, or depending on whether they learn best through group work, independent work or hands-on. So Google is introducing several new features across Google Workspace for Education and Chromebooks designed to help address the diverse needs of students around the world.
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