Google Ending Workspace AI Ultra Access (knowledge.workspace.google.com)

Google has announced the discontinuation of its AI Ultra Access add-on for Google Workspace, effective July 7, 2026. This decision is part of a broader strategy to streamline AI tool access by focusing on core services within Google Workspace. Customers currently using AI Ultra Access will be transitioned to AI Expanded Access by default, with various options available depending on their subscription plans. The significant changes will affect users on Business, Enterprise, Education, and legacy accounts, who will lose access to advanced AI tools like Google Antigravity, Gemini CLI, and Gemini Code Assist unless they opt for alternative subscriptions like Gemini Enterprise or Google AI Pro. This shift reflects Google's intent to simplify user experiences and enhance accessibility to AI tools suitable for their core applications, rather than providing standalone add-ons. The changes also come with the promise of new features and capabilities in the AI landscape, emphasizing deep reasoning tasks and generative capabilities across the Google Workspace ecosystem. Users are encouraged to review their options to ensure a smooth transition and continued access to essential AI functionalities, underlining the importance of adapting to evolving AI technologies in a competitive market.