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Agents · Updated 28 Oct, 10:30 pm IST

Google launches Connected Apps Platform for Gemini and Search in preview

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Why it matters for readers: It means you may soon use familiar apps directly inside Google’s AI tools without switching between apps.

  • The Connected Apps Platform lets users link third-party services to Gemini and Search to perform specific actions from the AI experience.1
  • Google is opening submissions so any business or developer can build, register, test and submit connected apps for its products.1
  • The preview is currently available in beta to developers in the U.S.1
  • Developers start by integrating with a cloud-hosted MCP server or Android MCP using the AppFunctions APIs, then use the Google Connected Console to manage apps.1
  • Google sees connected apps as a way to let users access services through AI providers rather than opening individual apps.1
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