NotebookLM is making significant strides as it gears up for its launch as a standalone app. Recently, Google announced that the research tool is now powered by the Gemini 2.5 Flash model, which is designed for advanced reasoning capabilities. This upgrade is expected to enhance the chatbot and Q&A functions within NotebookLM, allowing for more comprehensive responses, particularly regarding complex, multi-step queries.
Notably, the Audio Overviews feature remains unchanged despite this upgrade. In conjunction with the launch of Gemini 2.5 Flash, NotebookLM’s Audio Overviews have expanded support to over 50 languages, along with the introduction of a new Output Language setting. This adjustment will greatly assist bilingual and multilingual users in their research and study efforts.
The NotebookLM team highlighted the exciting advancements, indicating that users can anticipate more detailed answers to intricate questions. Looking ahead, Google has plans to debut NotebookLM as a standalone app at the upcoming Google I/O 2025 event in Mountain View, California. Attendees will have the opportunity to pre-register for the app.
The announcement aligns well with the tool’s initial introduction as Project Tailwind at the same conference two years ago. As NotebookLM prepares for its full deployment, users can already take advantage of its robust features powered by Gemini 2.5 Flash. The app aims to streamline learning and productivity for a diverse range of users, including students, creators, and professionals.
With these ongoing developments, NotebookLM positions itself as a valuable companion for those seeking to enhance their research capabilities.