Google will save your Lens photos, Search Live recordings, and Translate audio for AI training
Google is introducing a new 'Search Services History' setting that allows the company to save user interactions like Lens photos, voice searches, and Translate audio. This data will be used to train Google's AI models and provide personalized recommendations, though users can opt out.
Why it matters
This change highlights the ongoing tension between user privacy and the massive data requirements needed to train modern generative AI models.
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The article reports on a policy change neutrally, detailing the new settings and the company's stated purpose without editorializing.
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