A recent report claimed that Google is exploring ways to offer AI-powered search features for a fee. These AI search features could become part of Google’s existing subscription services like Gemini Advanced or Google One. But despite the fee, this premium tier of Google Search could continue to include ads. A conclusive decision is still up in the air, and the launch timeline for this is uncertain, but it’s certainly a direction that Google appears willing to explore.
Unsurprisingly, most of our readers don’t appreciate such a maneuver if it comes to fruition. According to our poll, over 75% of our participating readers refuse to pay for AI-powered Google search features. Less than 2.5% are actually willing to pay for it, while another 12% are on board with the idea, provided the subscription is cheap enough.