Google upgrades Circle to Search for homework help
What's the story
Google has enhanced its Android feature, Circle to Search, to aid students with their math and physics homework.
The upgraded tool now allows users to circle a problem on their device's screen and search it on Google for step-by-step instructions.
This AI-assisted tool is designed to help students understand complex class topics by breaking down the problem and listing the steps needed for a solution.
User guidance
Circle to Search: A tool, not a solution
Google has emphasized that Circle to Search is not designed to complete homework for students, but rather guide them in their approach.
The feature was unveiled at Google's annual I/O developer conference on Tuesday and aims to help students tackle potentially difficult subjects.
To use the tool, students simply long-press the home button or navigation bar and circle the problem that has them puzzled.
Expansion plans
Future upgrades and device compatibility
Google's new family of AI models, LearnLM, has made the enhanced capabilities of Circle to Search possible.
The tech giant plans to roll out an even more advanced version later this year that can tackle complex problems involving symbolic formulas, diagrams, and graphs.
Initially launched on Samsung's Galaxy S24 series and Pixel 8 devices, Circle to Search is now also available for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S22, Z Fold, Z Flip, Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 devices.