Google Play Books Adds AI Reading Companion

Google Play Books has introduced 'Book insights,' an AI-powered feature designed to enhance the reading experience. This tool, built with Gemini, offers chapter summaries, clarification for confusing text, and answers to specific questions about the content, all without leaving the book. Users can access these features by clicking a lightbulb icon or highlighting text in select English titles on the Android app or web reader. The feature aims to help readers better understand plot points and characters, providing a contextual AI assistant for literary engagement.