27 Years of Google: How the Search Engine Changed Our Lives
Google just celebrated its 27th birthday on September 27, 2025, with a playful Google Doodle. From a garage startup to the world’s most powerful search engine, the tech giant’s journey is a story of innovation, nostalgia, and a glimpse into the future.
08:32 AM Sep 27, 2025 IST
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Aakash Khuman
27 Years of Google: In 1998, Stanford students Larry Page and Sergey Brin started Google from a garage in Menlo Park, California. Their mission was simple yet ambitious: “organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible.” Fast-forward 27 years, Google is now more than just a search engine—it’s Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps, Android, and AI innovations that define modern life.
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A Special Birthday Doodle
To mark its 27th anniversary, Google unveiled a colorful doodle on its homepage. Instead of long corporate messages, Google kept it lighthearted, bringing nostalgia with its very first logo from 1998. The doodle served as both a throwback to the past and a celebration of the present.
Doodles with a Personal Touch
Google Doodles have always been fan favorites, covering everything from holidays to sports, pop culture, and historic figures. But birthday doodles stand out because they give Google itself a chance to celebrate while letting users join in the fun. This year’s vintage logo connected millions of users with the company’s roots while showcasing its futuristic AI journey.
Google in Daily Life
“Just Google it.” This phrase has become second nature for Americans. Whether it’s finding the best pizza in New York, streaming YouTube tutorials, or navigating Chicago streets on Maps, Google has become an essential part of everyday life. It’s nearly impossible to imagine the pre-Google era of dial-up internet and bulky desktops.
What’s Next for Google
While the 27th birthday doodle looks back with nostalgia, it also hints at the future. With AI advancements, smart devices, and new innovations, Google continues to shape the way people live, work, and connect. By its 30th birthday, users can expect even more groundbreaking changes—though doodles will remain the fun, familiar tradition we all look forward to.
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