The main Google app is still one of the easiest apps to recommend because it improves one of the things people already do constantly on their phones: searching for stuff. That sounds obvious, but the app does a better job than many people expect. Search, Discover, image-based lookup, and AI-powered answer tools all live together here, which makes the app feel more useful than just a browser shortcut.
The Google app is especially useful if you like having a faster and more direct path to quick answers without opening Safari, typing a search, and hopping between tabs. It’s also useful if you like the Discover feed and want your updates and stories living in one place. If you already use Google Search heavily, this app makes that experience feel better.