{
  "id": 17247611,
  "title": "Google just gave students access to hundreds of textbooks in Gemini Notebook — here's how it can help you study smarter",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/google-just-gave-students-access-to-hundreds-of-textbooks-in-gemini",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-10-30T15:33:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/google-just-gave-students-access-to-hundreds-of-textbooks-in-gemini-notebook-heres-how-it-can-help-you-study-smarter"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Google has recently expanded Gemini Notebook's capabilities by incorporating a collection of textbooks, offering students and other users enhanced study tools. Accessible within the platform, these textbooks are sourced from reputable publishers such as Open Textbook Library, S Chand Publishing, and OpenStax. The introduction of this feature comes at no additional cost, making it an attractive resource for learners.\n\nTo access these materials, users can simply open an existing or new Gemini Notebook, navigate to \"Add Sources,\" and select \"Textbooks.\" The textbooks are organized into various categories, including Business, Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Health & Medicine, History & Philosophy, Languages & Writing, Law & Politics, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Psychology, Sociology & Culture, Student Success, and Other. This diverse range caters to a wide array of subjects, providing users with a wealth of knowledge to explore.\n\nAmong the standout textbooks available are Biology 2e / AP® Biology, Chemistry 2e / AP® Chemistry, Psychology 2e, Introduction to Business & Principles of Management, and Principles of Economics (Macro & Micro). Each of these textbooks offers valuable insights and can serve as reliable sources for various study needs. For instance, the Biology textbook covers essential topics like cell division, metabolic pathways, molecular genetics, and ecology, while the Psychology textbook delves into cognitive psychology, neurological structures, behavioral science, and developmental stages.\n\nIncorporating these textbooks into Gemini Notebook can significantly enhance the study experience. Users can leverage the platform's built-in capabilities to generate video overviews, audio summaries, slide decks, and flashcards, transforming their research into engaging and easily digestible formats. Furthermore, the ability to create detailed guides on specific topics, such as habit formation, the best movies of the 21st century, home buying, or Shakespeare’s works, showcases the versatility of this resource.\n\nOverall, Google's addition of textbooks to Gemini Notebook is a significant upgrade, offering students a more comprehensive and reliable study aid. With a vast library of high-quality resources at their fingertips, users can confidently dive into their subjects of interest and study smarter, making the most of this powerful AI tool.",
  "summary": "Google's latest update to Gemini Notebook now makes hundreds of digital textbooks available to students and anyone else who wants to study smarter.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
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        "title": "Google has too many Gemini AI models now; here's which one you should actually use",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/google-has-too-many-gemini-ai-models-now-heres-which-one-you-should",
        "published": "2026-10-29T11:00:10.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Android Authority",
        "title": "Google is giving Gemini’s overlay a literal sparkle on your Android phone",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/google-is-giving-geminis-overlay-a-literal-sparkle-on-your-android",
        "published": "2026-10-30T06:59:52.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Mashable",
        "title": "Google Gemini upgrades are rolling out to all supported Android devices",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/google-gemini-upgrades-are-rolling-out-to-all-supported-android",
        "published": "2026-10-30T16:58:15.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}