Right before IO 2026, Google is preparing new upgrades for the Gemini app including deeper third party integrations and new Thinking level option for AI responses. Some users have reportedly started seeing these additions in limited rollout phases across the Gemini. While other things are not announced, the Thinking level setting inside the Gemini model picker is among the most notable upgrades.
The option reportedly appears when users select the Gemini 3 Flash or Gemini 3.1 Pro models. The users can opt for Standard or Extended reasoning modes that can allow them to control how deeply the AI process responds. The feature is being rolled out to a small number of users and appears to be similar to the reasoning controls that are already available in Google AI Studio.
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Aside from model controls, Google is also working to improve Gemini’s integration with third-party services. Currently, Gemini supports applications such as GitHub, Spotify, WhatsApp, and OpenStax. However, support pages now indicate that integrations with Canva, Instacart, and OpenTable may be coming soon, though these are not yet publicly available.
The Canva integration is said to enable users to create and manage designs directly from Gemini. As per the reports, the users can use prompts to create invitation cards, presentations and marketing assets. It may also move files between folders, respond to comments and edit generated images with Canva.
On the other hand, Instacart integration can change Gemini into a shopping assistant. The reports state that it may become capable of checking grocery availability at nearby stores. Lastly, OpenTable support can help in restaurant discovery and reservation management. Gemini may enable users to search for restaurants, check table availability, book reservations, modify bookings and cancel reservations using natural language prompts.
So far, the Thinking Level setting and several third party integrations appear to be in limited testing. Google has not officially announced a wider rollout timeline yet.