
Google Labs has launched Dreambeans, a new AI-powered app for iOS and Android that provides personalized lifestyle suggestions. The app uses data from Google services such as Gmail and Calendar to generate curated stories that inspire users with new ideas and activities. Dreambeans aims to reduce screen time by offering a limited number of stories each day, encouraging users to explore the world around them. Currently available to U.S.-based Google AI Ultra subscribers, the app represents a fresh approach to integrating AI into daily life.
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