Valentine’s Day is a challenging gift-giving occasion. Finding something special for your partner, friends, and family that strikes the right balance can be tough. It needs to be sentimental without being overly schmaltzy, genuinely useful without being overly practical, and personal yet replicable for other loved ones. Here are six AI-powered Google tools to help you find the perfect gift.
1. Conduct thorough research with gen AI in Search
Utilize the Search Generative Experience (SGE), a generative AI experiment in Search Labs, to explore topics and obtain quick information. By searching for specific gift ideas, such as “Valentine’s Day gifts for my dog”, you can discover different categories and products to browse, as well as unique ideas like visiting a dog-friendly restaurant. To use gen AI in Search while shopping, opt-in to Search Labs in the Google app and on Chrome desktop.
2. Check for deals
Use the Shopping Graph to find budget-friendly gift options, such as spa deals, for Valentine’s Day. U.S. users can explore thousands of gift ideas from various brands, all on sale, via the deals destination available on mobile, desktop, and the Google app.
3. Search (and shop) what you see with Google Lens
Leverage Google Lens as a helpful shopping tool, enabling you to identify and purchase items by taking photos. Additionally, use Lens to identify flowers, search for similar items, or find relevant information about past experiences, such as discovering a restaurant that serves a beloved dish.
4. Utilize Circle to Search before you buy
With Circle to Search, easily discover more information about an item from an image without leaving the current app. This feature is available on Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and the new Samsung Galaxy S24 series.
5. Explore AI-enhanced photo gifts
Consider creating personalized photo gifts using AI features, such as Magic Eraser and Photo Unblur, to enhance and edit memorable photos before printing them. These thoughtful and affordable gifts can be created using AI-enhanced photo features available on your smartphone.
