Google Workspace Updates Weekly Recap - June 27, 2025

Google has announced several updates for its Workspace customers, including support for Microsoft Office embedded files in Google Drive, allowing users to open Microsoft Office files that contain embedded PDFs. The company is also introducing Imagen 4, a high-quality image generation model, which will be available to Google Workspace Business and Enterprise users. Additionally, Gmail search results will now be sorted by relevance instead of chronological order, making it easier for users to find what they're looking for. Automated meeting recording, transcripts, and notes are now available in seven additional languages, including French, German, and Spanish. Studio lighting in Google Meet is now available on all devices, using machine learning to simulate studio-quality lighting. Video file uploads are now available to Google Workspace users in the Gemini mobile app, allowing users to upload videos and ask Gemini to summarize or answer questions about them. Google Drive log events now include search-related information, helping admins assess whether search behavior is normal or anomalous. The company has also announced several other updates, including scheduled actions in Gemini, which allow users to create personalized updates and set reminders. Google has also introduced Google AI Ultra for Business, a new Workspace add-on that provides access to advanced AI features and next-generation AI tools. Several features have completed their rollouts to Rapid Release domains, Scheduled Release domains, or both, including customizable caption styling in Google Meet and a new video player experience in Google Drive on Android devices. Overall, these updates aim to improve the user experience and provide more features and functionality to Google Workspace customers. The updates are available to various Google Workspace customers, including Business, Enterprise, and Education users, and can be accessed through the Google Workspace dashboard or the Help Center.