You heard right. Just in case you thought Apple's Google search was innovative...think again. Google search has been possible on IE's toolbar before Safari.
Here's the link:
http://homepage.mac.com/sergeidoc/toolbar/ie45spec.html
PS Not bashing Safari or looking to start a debate or argument. Just pointing out something useful to those who still use IE, whether they always use IE or on occasion. So please, none of this:
PPS You can modify it to use any international Google and image.
Note: Those who downloaded my IE XP theme already know this. IETR got it from me and I got it from someone who originally created it for Chimera's bookmarks.