Google Launches Gemini Enterprise and Gemini 3.5 Transcribe for Law and Speech Tasks

Google has been steadily expanding its Gemini AI platform, aiming to make advanced artificial intelligence accessible for both everyday users and professionals. Early features focused on voice interaction and multitasking, especially through Gemini Live, which allowed users to start research tasks with their voice and return to them later (according to DEV Community).

As AI adoption grew in sectors like law and business, there was a clear demand for specialized tools that could automate routine work and handle complex tasks. Google positioned Gemini as a flexible platform, capable of integrating with various workflows and adapting to the needs of professionals.

On August 19, 2026, Google introduced deeper voice integration in Gemini Live, enabling users to initiate research and productivity tasks by voice, as reported by DEV Community. This set the stage for broader AI-powered automation.

By August 25, Google had added intelligent dictation to the Gemini app for macOS, letting users speak naturally and have their words transcribed and edited in real time (The Keyword). This feature removed filler words and improved the flow of written text.

The major announcement came on August 26, when Google officially launched Gemini Enterprise for the legal sector. Outlets like 3DNews and The Indian Express detailed how this new AI tool was designed for private lawyers and law firms, providing automation plug-ins to handle both routine and complex legal work. Tech Monitor confirmed that Gemini Enterprise for Legal was made available in preview, with major legal teams among the first users.

On the same day, Google unveiled Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, an advanced speech-to-text model. According to The Verge, this tool can recognize specialized jargon and supports more than 85 languages. It is built to produce clean transcripts by removing 'ums' and 'ahs' and is already integrated into the Gemini app for macOS and Gboard on Android (as reported by vc.ru). TechCrunch and Engadget noted its upcoming integration into Chrome and other Google platforms.

Further updates expanded Gemini Live's capabilities, letting users manage emails, schedules, and tasks by voice alone, as reported by Fanpage on August 27. The Indian Express and TechRadar also covered the introduction of Gemini Enterprise editions tailored for both legal and financial professionals, with a permissions model to respect industry ethical standards.

As of late August 2026, Gemini Enterprise for Legal is in preview with select law firms and legal departments. The platform offers automation for contract review, data discovery, and other legal workflows, aiming to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy.

Gemini 3.5 Transcribe is now available to developers and users through various Google products. It stands out for its ability to handle messy, natural speech and produce structured, accurate text in multiple languages. Google positions it as its most accurate speech-to-text model yet, with broad support for real-time and pre-recorded transcription tasks.

Both products reflect Google's push to bring specialized, practical AI to industries that rely on precision, record-keeping, and efficient communication.

The preview phase for Gemini Enterprise for Legal suggests that more feedback and updates are likely as law firms test the platform in real-world scenarios. Google may expand access and introduce similar AI packages for other professional sectors.

For Gemini 3.5 Transcribe, its rollout across Chrome and further integration with Google Workspace and third-party apps will be important to watch. There are also questions about how it will compete with rival transcription models and how users will handle privacy and accuracy concerns.