Google Workspace Changes

Google Apps Script is now a Google Workspace core service with enterprise-grade data protection.

Google Apps Script has officially become a Google Workspace core service, providing it with the same enterprise-grade data protection, robust administrative controls, and standard technical support as other core services. Now covered under the Google Cloud and Google Workspace for Education Terms of Service, this update allows organizations to more confidently deploy custom automations, functions, and add-ons across their environment.

Expanded Admin password reset alerts to cover all administrator roles.

Google is expanding the 'Super Admin password reset' alert in the Alert Center to a broader 'Admin password reset' alert. Previously, alerts were only triggered for super admin password changes; now, the alert covers password resets for all administrator roles within an organization. This update is enabled by default and provides admins with increased visibility and control over privileged accounts to better respond to potential compromises.

Gemini in Google Sheets can now diagnose and fix formula errors in one click.

Google has introduced a new Gemini capability in Sheets that allows users to troubleshoot formula errors quickly. When an error is encountered, Gemini analyzes the surrounding data structure to provide an easy-to-understand explanation of the issue and a corrected version of the formula, supporting everything from basic arithmetic to intricate calculations.

Expanded language support for building and editing spreadsheets with Gemini in 28 additional languages.

Google is expanding the language support for Gemini in Sheets, allowing users in 28 additional languages—including Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Italian, French, German, and Chinese Simplified—to build and edit spreadsheets using natural language prompts. This update enables global teams to leverage Gemini to create tables, pivot tables, charts, and formulas in their native languages, facilitating more efficient data management and workflow automation without language barriers.

Google Meet is now integrated with Android Auto for hands-free meeting access in vehicles.

Google Meet is now available on Android Auto, allowing users to safely access their meeting schedules, join discussions, and make or receive audio calls directly from their vehicle's dashboard. For safety reasons, the camera remains off and video content is not displayed, focusing entirely on audio communication via the microphone and vehicle speakers.

Introduction of the Google Classroom app in Gemini for educators and students.

Gemini now integrates with Google Classroom, allowing educators to use class context to draft communications, create differentiated assignments, and gain insights into student progress. Students aged 18 and older can also use the Classroom app in Gemini to organize assignments, create study plans, and track announcements. The integration can be accessed automatically by Gemini or explicitly by typing '@Classroom'.

New organization filter for the CalendarList:list API method to monitor secondary calendar ownership.

A new filtering option is being added to the CalendarList:list API method that restricts results to return only secondary calendars owned by the organization. This allows administrators to programmatically monitor the ownership status of users' secondary calendars and make necessary adjustments in preparation for upcoming secondary calendar data lifecycle changes.

New Calendar API endpoint for programmatically transferring secondary calendar ownership.

Google is introducing a new endpoint in the Calendar API that allows administrators to programmatically transfer the ownership of secondary calendars between users in the same organization. This functionality mirrors the Admin console's data transfer feature but provides greater flexibility by allowing administrators to transfer specific, individual secondary calendars without requiring recipient confirmation or sending emails.

Ability to direct custom avatars to take actions in videos.

Custom avatars in Google Vids can now be directed to perform actions such as walking, talking, or using objects via text prompts. Additionally, users can upload image references to place custom avatars in specific locations or include branded logos, all while preserving the avatar's appearance and voice.

New Gemini voice models for custom avatars.

Users creating custom avatars in Google Vids can now choose from over 30 voices powered by Gemini Audio, which offer increased expression, broader language support, and better steering control over speech delivery.

Expanded language support for AI avatars and voiceovers.

Google Vids has added support for 16 new languages, including Hindi, Arabic, Indonesian, and Russian, bringing the total number of supported languages for AI avatars and voiceovers to 24.

Expanded library of default AI avatar presets.

Google Vids has expanded its collection of default AI avatar presets from 23 to 53, featuring photorealistic, 3D cartoon, and graphic novel styles. These avatars are powered by Gemini Audio to provide more expressive, realistic, and conversational tones.

Google Calendar is expanding event coloring options to include up to 200 custom colors.

Google Calendar is increasing its event coloring options beyond the previous 11 predefined colors. Users can now choose from 24 default colors or define their own using an RGB color picker on the web and via the Calendar API, allowing for up to 200 custom colors for individual events across web and mobile apps.

AI note-taking is now available in Google Voice to record, transcribe, and summarize phone calls.

Google Voice has introduced an AI-powered note-taking feature that allows users to record and transcribe calls, summarize key points, and organize action items. These notes are sent via Gmail and stored within the Voice app. The feature includes an audio disclosure for participants and is available for Google Workspace customers with Voice Standard and Voice Premier add-ons, or Voice Standard standalone plans, currently available in English.

New administrator controls for temporary chats and conversation deletion in the Gemini app.

Google is introducing two new administrator controls for the Gemini app (gemini.google.com) that allow end users to manage their own chat activity. Admins can now configure whether users can use temporary chats, which are not saved to history, and whether they can delete individual chats or their entire conversation history. These settings are enabled by default and can be managed at the domain, OU, or group level, while Google Vault retention rules will still be honored if configured.