NotebookLM, the AI-powered research assistant, is revolutionizing the way people engage with information.
Globally, millions of users and organizations rely on NotebookLM to study efficiently, make quick decisions, and stay productive with Audio Overviews.
Today, the company unveiled exciting updates, including the experimental rollout of Gemini 2.0 Flash, a revamped interface, and the introduction of NotebookLM Plus—a premium subscription plan tailored for power users, teams, and enterprises.
Simplified and Intuitive Interface
NotebookLM has introduced a unified design that streamlines content management and generation. The interface is now organized into three key panels:
Sources Panel: Manage and access central project information.
Chat Panel: Engage with AI via a conversational interface, complete with source citations.
Studio Panel: Create new materials like Study Guides, Briefing Docs, and Audio Overviews with one click.
This flexible layout allows users to adapt the platform to their workflow. For example, they can expand the source viewer while editing notes or engage with AI chat while listening to an Audio Overview.
Interactive Audio Overviews
NotebookLM users have already generated over 350 years’ worth of Audio Overviews. Now, an interactive feature allows users to “join” the conversation with AI hosts. By using voice commands, users can ask questions or request explanations during an Audio Overview—much like engaging with a personal tutor.
How to Use the Interactive Mode:
Create a new Audio Overview.
Select the “Interactive mode (BETA)” and press play.
Tap “Join” and ask your question.
This experimental feature is gradually rolling out, with feedback encouraged via Discord.
Introducing NotebookLM Plus
NotebookLM Plus is designed for teams, organizations, and enterprise users. Subscribers gain access to premium benefits:
Increased limits for Audio Overviews, notebooks, and sources.
Customizable notebook responses.
Shared team notebooks with usage analytics.
Enhanced privacy and security features.
NotebookLM Plus is now available for enterprise customers through Google Workspace and Google Cloud. It will also become part of Google One AI Premium in early 2025.
With these updates, NotebookLM continues to empower users to manage, create, and engage with information seamlessly, making it an indispensable tool for researchers, educators, and businesses alike.