Google has made significant updates to NotebookLM NotebookLM is moving out of its “experimental” phase and is expected to attract more users As NotebookLM moves out of its “experimental” phase, these new additions appear to attract more As NotebookLM is moving out of its “experimental” phase, these new additions are expected to attract more users and facilitate collaboration among different teams.

Let's take a closer look at what Google has added to NotebookLM.

The improved control over audio overview is an outstanding update that turns a user's document into an audio discussion between two AI hosts, similar to a podcast The latest update to NotebookLM allows users to focus on specific topics and sources and can now focus and guide the conversation and tailor it for specific audiences. Whether summarizing notes from a meeting or studying for an exam, Audio Overview can adapt to the user's preferences, resulting in a more personalized experience. For example, users can now adjust prompts before the “Deep Dive” Audio Overview is generated, allowing AI to focus on important areas or specific topics. The update also introduces a background listening option, allowing users to continue working within NotebookLM without interrupting their audio experience. Users can query sources, receive citations, and find relevant quotes without interrupting the “podcast” experience. This feature allows users to remain productive while listening to the content in audio, allowing for a more fluid workflow.

In addition to Audio Overviews, Google has introduced the NotebookLM Business pilot program: a new business version powered by Google's Gemini 1.5 technology that is built for larger teams and includes more robust Including stronger security and privacy measures, the latest update to NotebookLM reflects Google's broader mission to bring AI-driven tools to personal and professional environments while maintaining privacy. According to the company, user data uploaded to NotebookLM is not used for AI training, ensuring confidentiality and data security.

With its growing number of users, NotebookLM is becoming an indispensable productivity tool for both individual and team-based projects.