Google rolls out 4 new features for Chrome users in iPhones

Google has launched four new features for Chrome on iPhones and iPads, enhancing browsing efficiency and user experience. These updates include improved search capabilities, storage solutions, shopping insights, and navigation tools.

Google has introduced four exciting new features for Chrome users on iPhones and iPads, aimed at making browsing easier and more efficient. These updates are designed to enhance the overall experience, whether you’re searching, shopping, or saving content. Here’s a closer look at these new features:

Google Lens with Image and Text Search

Now, iPhone users can use Google Lens in Chrome to search with both images and text at the same time. Previously, Lens allowed users to search using just an image. Now, by adding text, you can refine your search for more specific and relevant results. Whether you want to ask a question about a picture or narrow down your search by adding details like color, this feature helps deliver more accurate information. To use this, simply tap the camera icon in the Google Search bar.

Save Files and Pictures to Google Drive and Photos

To help manage storage on your iPhone or iPad, Chrome now allows you to save downloaded files and images directly to Google Drive and Google Photos. If you want to store a file in Drive, select the Google Drive option when saving. Files will be stored in a new folder called "Saved from Chrome," freeing up space on your device. For images, just long-press the picture and choose "Save in Google Photos." Remember, you need to be signed into a Google account to use these features.

Shopping Insights for Better Deals

For users in the U.S., Chrome now offers a Shopping Insights feature to help you find the best deals while shopping online. If Chrome detects a good deal on a product, you’ll see a “Good Deal Now” notification in the address bar. By tapping this, you can view details like price history, price tracking, and other purchasing options. To use this feature, ensure you’re signed into Chrome and have the “Make Searches and Browsing Better” setting turned on. Google plans to expand this feature to more regions soon.

View Maps of Addresses with One Tap

Navigating from Chrome has become even easier. When you see an address on a website, you can now simply tap the underlined address to view a mini-map of that location directly within Chrome, without switching to Google Maps. This feature is being rolled out gradually and will be available worldwide in the coming months.

These new features aim to make Chrome more useful for iPhone and iPad users, offering improved search, storage options, shopping tools, and navigation—all within the browser. Stay tuned for even more updates in the near future.