‘I miss old Google’: readers tell us how they search the internet in the age of AI

‘I miss old Google’: readers tell us how they search the internet in the age of AI

AI Overviews, a new feature in search engines, has altered how users find information. Instead of typing queries, many now rely on AI-generated summaries that compile key points from multiple sources. This shift reduces the need for manual browsing, reshaping digital habits. Users report missing the old Google experience, preferring straightforward, AI‑driven results and today.