Gemini Notebook's latest trick makes heavy books way less intimidating
Google has updated its Gemini Notebook (formerly NotebookLM) to allow users to import and analyze ebooks from their Google Play Books library. The feature aims to help users generate insights and summaries from long-form texts.
Why it matters
This integration represents a significant shift in how AI tools interact with copyrighted long-form content, balancing utility with ongoing concerns about AI training ethics.
By Mark Jansen Published Aug 28, 2026, 5:59 AM EDT I've been covering Android and other mobile technology for close to ten years now, with a specific interest in phone accessories, e-readers, and what makes each individual phone different from another. I delight in looking at the phone market from as many angles as possible, and while my opinions may be odd, at times, they're always from the heart as much as the head. I have a background in the mobile accessories world, which explains my odd enthusiasm for cases and things that clip onto smartphones. I worked for Digital Trends from 2017 to 2025 .
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