This month, Nova Search takes a huge leap forward. 25U12 introduces Astro Search mode, a full redesign of key elements, and backend improvements that make searching the Nova Suite and the web faster, smarter, and more reliable than ever.
🌐 Astro Search Mode: Search, Chat, Understand
Astro Search is a brand-new tab in Nova Search that lets you interact with Astro directly while leveraging real-time web results.
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Ask complex questions, and Astro will pull in data from the web to formulate accurate answers.
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Works as a mini chat interface inside Nova Search, combine AI reasoning with live web information.
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Perfect for research, fact-checking, or exploring topics without leaving the search page.
Think of it as having Astro inside your search bar, but with full conversational capabilities and up-to-date web access.
✨ Redesigned & Refined
Nova Search now feels cleaner, faster, and more intuitive:
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Modernized results layout with smoother scrolling and better spacing
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Redesigned Instant Answer cards for clarity and readability
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More consistent visuals and interaction cues across Web, All, and Astro Search tabs
Even subtle visual improvements make searching more focused and pleasant.
⚡ Faster, More Reliable Instant Answers
We’ve improved the speed and reliability of Instant Answers across the board:
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Calculator, Unit Converter, Weather, and Dictionary answers now appear faster and more accurately
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Backend caching reduces repeated queries for snappier results
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Astro Overviews now run on ModelA 9-Nano, giving richer, more precise summaries
🛠 Behind the Scenes: Server-Search Improvements
Under the hood, 25U12 brings smarter server-side search for consistency and performance:
Feature | Benefit |
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Server-Cached Queries | Lightning-fast repeated searches |
Reliable Data Fetching | Fewer errors, smoother scrolling |
This ensures that whether you’re using classic search or Astro Search, results feel fast, accurate, and reliable.
🌟 Astro Overviews Upgrade
Astro Overviews have been upgraded with ModelA 9-Nano. Highlights include:
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Smarter summaries of results
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Context-aware explanations for complex queries
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Immediate, actionable insights for your Nova Suite data
It’s like having a research assistant built into every search.
Nova Search 25U12 brings Astro-powered answers, faster performance, and a redesigned interface to make finding information smarter, easier, and more enjoyable.
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