NotebookLM is rebranded as Gemini Notebook
Original: NotebookLM is now Gemini Notebook
Why This Matters
The rebrand signals Google's push to unify its AI product lineup under the Gemini brand, expanding research tool capabilities.
Google announced on July 16, 2026, that NotebookLM has been renamed to Gemini Notebook. The product remains a standalone research tool but gains deeper integration across the Google ecosystem and is updated with a secure cloud computer feature.
Google has officially rebranded NotebookLM as Gemini Notebook, according to a July 16, 2026 blog post authored by Josh Woodward, VP of Google Labs, Gemini app & AI Studio. The company states the product retains its core identity as a standalone research and note-taking tool, while expanding its role within the broader Google ecosystem. A key addition highlighted in the announcement is a secure cloud computer capability, which enables users to run code directly within the product. The rename aligns the tool with Google's Gemini brand family, signaling tighter integration with Gemini models and related services. No pricing or availability changes were mentioned in the announcement. The rebranding reflects Google's ongoing strategy to consolidate its AI-powered products under the Gemini umbrella.