The DropApril 15, 2026via Reuters Technology

Google just unlocked 'Agent Mode' for Gemini 3.1 — here are 7 things it can now do for you - Tom's Guide

Why it matters

Google is shipping agentic capabilities directly into Gemini, moving beyond chat into autonomous task execution. This is a direct product competitive move against Claude's tool-use and OpenAI's Agent modes—and it's rolling out to Pixel users first.

Key signals

  • Gemini 3.1 Agent Mode launches
  • 7 new autonomous capabilities shipped
  • Android/Pixel platform priority
  • Desktop Agent in development to compete with Cowork
  • Positions Gemini as coworker, not chatbot

The hook

Google just gave Gemini 3.1 Agent Mode. Here are 7 workflows it can now automate for you.

Google just unlocked 'Agent Mode' for Gemini 3.1 — here are 7 things it can now do for you  Tom's Guide Gemini could soon act more like a coworker than a chatbot  Android Authority Your Pixel can now use your apps for you, and yes, it's as bizarre as it sounds  Android Police Google “Agent” Leak Reveals Gemini’s Multi-Agent AI Platform - NPowerUser  nokiapoweruser.com Google develops its own desktop Agent to compete with Cowork  TestingCatalog
Relevance score:78/100

Get stories like this every Friday.

The 5 AI stories that matter — free, in your inbox.

Free forever. No spam.