Google is experimenting with a new way to browse the web through a project called Disco, which introduces a feature named GenTabs. The tool aims to help users manage complex online tasks by turning browsing into a more interactive and AI-assisted experience.
The core idea behind GenTabs is to reduce the chaos of having multiple tabs open. Instead of juggling dozens of pages, users can describe the task they want to accomplish, and the AI generates a custom web-based tool to assist. For example, it can suggest ways to organize research, plan a trip, or even create study materials. Each tool connects back to its original web sources, keeping users grounded in real information.
Early testers have used GenTabs for practical tasks such as meal planning, educational activities for children, or itinerary building for trips. Google says this is still an early experiment, and the feature is only available to a limited number of users on macOS through a waitlist. Feedback from these testers will guide improvements and determine which aspects could be expanded into mainstream products.
While it is too early to know if GenTabs will fundamentally change web browsing, the approach reflects a growing trend of AI-assisted productivity tools. By combining browsing, task management, and generative AI, it seeks to streamline online work in ways that standard tab management cannot.
For now, interested users can sign up for early access to Disco and test GenTabs, giving them a first look at how AI might reshape the way we explore the web.
