Google has unveiled its latest AI feature dubbed Audio Overview, which generates audio summaries for search results. This innovative approach allows users to listen to search outcomes in a style akin to podcasts, featuring two AI-generated voices that mimic human conversation.

Currently, the Audio Overview is an opt-in feature available through Search Labs, though its functionality is restricted to the U.S. and primarily provides summaries in English. After activating the feature, users will notice an Audio Overview box beneath regular AI-generated summaries.

During my tests, I found the summaries to be quite engaging, albeit with some quirks revealing their AI nature. The narration ranges from three to five minutes, showcasing a conversational style, albeit with minor imperfections such as mispronounced words or awkward phrasing.

While this feature could prove beneficial for those with visual impairments and offers an intriguing alternative to reading text, it raises important questions regarding the potential for misinformation dissemination and implications for voice acting jobs. Like most AI advancements, the Audio Overview is a double-edged sword, prompting both curiosity and skepticism among users.