Google's NotebookLM Now Summarizes YouTube Videos Using AI

by Kay Lee

Google has unveiled an exciting new feature for its AI-powered note-taking tool, NotebookLM, which now allows users to summarize YouTube videos. This update, powered by the Gemini 1.5 Pro model, gives users a more efficient way to extract key information from lengthy videos.

Once users add a YouTube link, NotebookLM scans the video transcript and creates a summary of the key topics covered. Users can also click on these topics for more detailed insights, with direct links to the moments in the video where the topics are discussed.

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This new feature, ideal for students, researchers, and professionals, makes it easier to digest large volumes of information without having to sit through entire videos. Additionally, users can generate podcast-style audio summaries and share them with others via public links.

Alongside YouTube support, NotebookLM now also handles audio files, allowing users to upload recordings, lectures, and more, which can then be summarized and analyzed. These new functionalities make NotebookLM a powerful research tool for streamlining content across various media formats.