Google is developing artificial intelligence technology capable of autonomously operating web browsers to complete tasks like online shopping and research, according to a report from The Information on Friday.
Codenamed Project Jarvis, the technology is expected to be demonstrated as early as December alongside the release of Google’s next flagship Gemini large language model, The Information reported, citing people with direct knowledge of the project.
The AI system is specifically designed to work with Google Chrome and can interpret screenshots, click buttons, and input text to carry out web-based tasks. Sources told The Information that the current version takes “a few seconds” between actions.
The development marks Google’s entry into the emerging field of “computer-using agents,” where AI systems can directly interact with computer interfaces. Other tech giants are pursuing similar capabilities, with Microsoft integrating AI-powered visual understanding in Copilot Vision and Apple reportedly developing cross-app AI assistance features.
Anthropic recently launched a beta version of its Claude AI that can operate computers, though the company acknowledged it as “cumbersome and error-prone.” OpenAI is also reportedly working on similar technology that would allow its AI models to autonomously browse the web and take actions based on findings.
According to The Information’s sources, Google plans to initially release Project Jarvis to a limited number of testers to identify and resolve potential issues before a wider rollout. However, the December demonstration timeline could be subject to change.