ToolsJuly 16, 2026via Google AI Blog

Create, edit and star in videos with two Google Vids updates

Why it matters

Google is shipping AI-powered video creation features into its core productivity suite, expanding the app-layer AI economy beyond text and code. For enterprises already on Workspace, this removes friction from content creation workflows.

Key signals

  • Google Vids updates include Gemini Omni integration
  • Personal avatars feature launched
  • Workspace-native video creation tool
  • Published July 16, 2026

The hook

Google Vids just shipped Gemini Omni + personal avatars. Video creation just got 10x faster for workspace teams.

Gemini Omni and personal avatars in Google Vids make video creation easier than ever.

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