NotebookLM’s new Deep Research tool takes the legwork out of searching for sources, saving you time and effort in creating a searchable knowledge base for projects.
The tool analyzes various sources from Google apps, generates reports, and summaries. However, its usefulness depends on your research approach. While it can be ideal for those starting a complex topic, like buying a house for the first time, it may not be suitable for focused research or when you’ve already collected sources.
Deep Research runs in the background, suggesting sources and citations as you work. It also integrates with Gmail, Drive, Google Chat, and Microsoft Word sources. The tool was tested on a personal wiki project, where it helped set up a new research project by uncovering relevant sources and creating a report.
However, caution is necessary when using Deep Research. Its Fast Research mode can generate basic overviews of topics but lacks depth, while its Deep Research mode takes longer to produce reports but contains more valuable information.
Overall, NotebookLM’s Deep Research tool is great for those taking their first steps into complex research, but it may not be the best fit for focused research or when you’ve already gathered sources.
Source: https://www.androidpolice.com/i-tested-notebooklms-deep-research-tool