Google Labs has a new experimental app, and it’s called Dreambeans. The app’s main aim is to serve up daily stories “that cut through the clutter and connect you to what matters,” and it does so by leveraging existing AI tools like Personal Intelligence and Nano Banana 2.
Dreambeans essentially connects to your Google app, including Gmail, Calendar, Photos, YouTube, Search history, and more. This piece of the puzzle is solved by Gemini’s Personal Intelligence, which already has access to said apps (provided you’ve given the tool access).
The goal is not to scroll forever, it’s a finite collection of stories designed to spark new ideas and allow you to focus on what matters to you.
Although not entirely clear as of right now, it looks like the app is a proactive one. Google shared an example where a user got a Gmail confirmation about their pet’s treats being delivered. Dreambeans automatically surfaced training tips to use the treats. “It also referenced the Google Calendar reminder I have of my friend coming to town and provided recommendations of dog-friendly restaurants near me,” wrote Google.
All of this, in a story-like format with unique illustrations that reflect the people and places you frequent often. Google is likely framing this as an easy-to-use app that you use to get your day started.
If and when a story catches your eye, you will have the option to tap it to dive deeper. In the above example, Dreambean can also point you to the nearest dog parks or suggest puppy training classes. You can then save your favorites to the app’s library and go back to them anytime. Again, all of this will be in a story format.
In cases where a story recommendation doesn’t sit quite right, you’ll be able to provide feedback and have the app fine tune future stories. “Or if Dreambeans missed something important, like a new hobby, you can provide that feedback and it will reflect in your future stories.”
It’s worth noting that Dreambeans needs at least one connected app to function. It works best when all supported Google apps are connected.
The new app is starting to roll out today for eligible Google AI Ultra subscribers in the US on both Android and iOS. Other users can join the waitlist. Learn more here.
