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Gemini
30 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 30, 2026
- The `gemini-robotics-er-1.5-preview` model has been [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations). Use [`gemini-robotics-er-1.6-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-robotics-er-1.6-preview) instead.
Gemini
22 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 22, 2026
- Released `gemini-embedding-2` as generally available (GA). To learn more, see the [Embeddings](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/embeddings) page.
Brand Impact
Google's Gemini AI now has a new, improved system for understanding and matching text — like how it finds similar products, articles, or recommendations based on what you're looking for. This update makes the AI better at understanding meaning and context, which could help it surface more relevant brand content and products that actually match what users are searching for, while potentially reducing irrelevant recommendations that waste visibility.
Gemini
22 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 22, 2026 {% id="04-22-2026" %}
* Released `gemini-embedding-2` as generally available (GA). To learn more,
see the [Embeddings](/docs/embeddings) page.
see the [Embeddings](/docs/embeddings) page.
Gemini
21 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 21, 2026 {% id="04-21-2026" %}
* Released new versions of the [Deep Research](/docs/deep-research) agent with
collaborative planning, visualization support, MCP server integration, and
File Search:
* [`deep-research-preview-04-2026`](/docs/models/deep-research-preview-04-2026):
Designed for speed and efficiency, ideal to be streamed back to a client
UI.
* [`deep-research-max-preview-04-2026`](/docs/models/deep-research-max-preview-04-2026):
Maximum comprehensiveness for automated context gathering and synthesis.
collaborative planning, visualization support, MCP server integration, and
File Search:
* [`deep-research-preview-04-2026`](/docs/models/deep-research-preview-04-2026):
Designed for speed and efficiency, ideal to be streamed back to a client
UI.
* [`deep-research-max-preview-04-2026`](/docs/models/deep-research-max-preview-04-2026):
Maximum comprehensiveness for automated context gathering and synthesis.
Gemini
15 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 15, 2026 {% id="04-15-2026" %}
* Launched [Gemini 3.1 Flash TTS
Preview](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-tts-preview), our cost-efficient,
expressive, and steerable text to speech model. Read the
[Text-to-Speech](/docs/speech-generation) docs to learn more.
Preview](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-tts-preview), our cost-efficient,
expressive, and steerable text to speech model. Read the
[Text-to-Speech](/docs/speech-generation) docs to learn more.
Gemini
14 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 14, 2026 {% id="04-14-2026" %}
* Released `gemini-robotics-er-1.6-preview`, our updated robotics model. It
now has new capabilities like instrument reading, improved spatial and
physical reasoning capabilities. To learn more, see [Gemini
Robotics-ER](/docs/robotics-overview) page and the
[blog](https://deepmind.google/blog/gemini-robotics-er-1-6).
* Deprecation announcement: The `gemini-robotics-er-1.5-preview` model will be
[shut down](/docs/deprecations) on April 30, 2026 at 9AM PST.
now has new capabilities like instrument reading, improved spatial and
physical reasoning capabilities. To learn more, see [Gemini
Robotics-ER](/docs/robotics-overview) page and the
[blog](https://deepmind.google/blog/gemini-robotics-er-1-6).
* Deprecation announcement: The `gemini-robotics-er-1.5-preview` model will be
[shut down](/docs/deprecations) on April 30, 2026 at 9AM PST.
Gemini
14 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 14, 2026
- Released `gemini-robotics-er-1.6-preview`, our updated robotics model.
It now has new capabilities like instrument reading, improved spatial and
physical reasoning capabilities. To learn more, see
[Gemini Robotics ER](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/robotics-overview) page and the
[blog](https://deepmind.google/blog/gemini-robotics-er-1-6).
- Deprecation announcement: The `gemini-robotics-er-1.5-preview` model
will be [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) on April 30, 2026 at 9AM
PST.
It now has new capabilities like instrument reading, improved spatial and
physical reasoning capabilities. To learn more, see
[Gemini Robotics ER](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/robotics-overview) page and the
[blog](https://deepmind.google/blog/gemini-robotics-er-1-6).
- Deprecation announcement: The `gemini-robotics-er-1.5-preview` model
will be [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) on April 30, 2026 at 9AM
PST.
Gemini
2 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 2, 2026 {% id="04-02-2026" %}
* Released `gemma-4-26b-a4b-it` and `gemma-4-31b-it`, available on [AI
Studio](https://aistudio.google.com) and through the Gemini API, as part of
the [Gemma 4](https://ai.google.dev/gemma/docs/core) launch.
Studio](https://aistudio.google.com) and through the Gemini API, as part of
the [Gemma 4](https://ai.google.dev/gemma/docs/core) launch.
Gemini
2 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 2, 2026
- Released `gemma-4-26b-a4b-it` and `gemma-4-31b-it`, available on [AI Studio](https://aistudio.google.com) and through the Gemini API, as part of the [Gemma 4](https://ai.google.dev/gemma/docs/core) launch.
Gemini
1 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 1, 2026 {% id="04-01-2026" %}
* Introduced the new [Flex](/docs/flex-inference) and
[Priority](/docs/priority-inference) inference tiers, offering more options
for optimizing cost or latency.
[Priority](/docs/priority-inference) inference tiers, offering more options
for optimizing cost or latency.
Gemini
1 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 1, 2026
- Introduced the new [Flex](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/flex-inference) and [Priority](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/priority-inference) inference tiers, offering more options for optimizing cost or latency.
Gemini
1 Apr 2026
gemini_api
April 1, 2026
- Introduced the new [Flex](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/flex-inference) and [Priority](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/priority-inference) inference tiers, offering more options for optimizing for costs or latency.
Gemini
31 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 31, 2026 {% id="03-31-2026" %}
* Launched Veo 3.1 Lite Preview,
[`veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview`](/docs/models/veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview),
our most cost-efficient [video generation](/docs/video) model, designed for
rapid iteration and building high-volume applications.
* The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model has been shut down. Use
[`gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview`](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview)
instead.
[`veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview`](/docs/models/veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview),
our most cost-efficient [video generation](/docs/video) model, designed for
rapid iteration and building high-volume applications.
* The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model has been shut down. Use
[`gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview`](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview)
instead.
Gemini
31 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 31, 2026
- Launched Veo 3.1 Lite Preview, [`veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview), our most
cost-efficient [video generation](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/video) model, designed
for rapid iteration and building high-volume applications.
- The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model has been shut down. Use
[`gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview) instead.
cost-efficient [video generation](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/video) model, designed
for rapid iteration and building high-volume applications.
- The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model has been shut down. Use
[`gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview) instead.
Gemini
31 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 31, 2026
- Launched Veo 3.1 Lite Preview, [`veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/gemini-api/docs/models/veo-3.1-lite-generate-preview), our most
cost-efficient [video generation](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/video) model, designed
for rapid iteration and building high-volume applications.
- The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model has been shut down. Use
[`gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview) instead.
cost-efficient [video generation](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/video) model, designed
for rapid iteration and building high-volume applications.
- The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model has been shut down. Use
[`gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview) instead.
Gemini
26 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 26, 2026 {% id="03-26-2026" %}
* Released
[`gemini-3.1-flash-live-preview`](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-live-preview),
the latest audio-to-audio (A2A) model designed for real-time dialogue and
voice-first AI applications. Read the [Live API](/docs/live-api) docs to get
started.
[`gemini-3.1-flash-live-preview`](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-live-preview),
the latest audio-to-audio (A2A) model designed for real-time dialogue and
voice-first AI applications. Read the [Live API](/docs/live-api) docs to get
started.
Gemini
26 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 26, 2026
- Released [`gemini-3.1-flash-live-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-live-preview), the latest audio-to-audio (A2A) model designed for real-time dialogue and voice-first AI applications. Read the [Live API](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/live-api) docs to get started.
Gemini
25 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 25, 2026 {% id="03-25-2026" %}
* Launched [Lyria 3](/docs/music-generation) music generation models:
[`lyria-3-clip-preview`](/docs/models/lyria-3-clip-preview) (30-second
clips) and [`lyria-3-pro-preview`](/docs/models/lyria-3-pro-preview)
(full-length songs). Both models accept text and image inputs and generate
high-quality, 48kHz stereo audio. See the [Music
generation](/docs/music-generation) guide for details and code samples.
[`lyria-3-clip-preview`](/docs/models/lyria-3-clip-preview) (30-second
clips) and [`lyria-3-pro-preview`](/docs/models/lyria-3-pro-preview)
(full-length songs). Both models accept text and image inputs and generate
high-quality, 48kHz stereo audio. See the [Music
generation](/docs/music-generation) guide for details and code samples.
Gemini
25 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 25, 2026
- Launched [Lyria 3](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/music-generation) music generation models: [`lyria-3-clip-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/gemini-api/docs/models/lyria-3-clip-preview) (30-second clips) and [`lyria-3-pro-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/lyria-3-pro-preview) (full-length songs). Both models accept text and image inputs and generate high-quality, 48kHz stereo audio. See the [Music generation](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/music-generation) guide for details and code samples.
Gemini
25 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 25, 2026
- Launched [Lyria 3](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/music-generation) music generation models: [`lyria-3-clip-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/gemini-api/docs/models/lyria-3-clip-preview) (30-second clips) and [`lyria-3-pro-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/gemini-api/docs/models/lyria-3-pro-preview) (full-length songs). Both models accept text and image inputs and generate high-quality, 48kHz stereo audio. See the [Music generation](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/music-generation) guide for details and code samples.
Gemini
25 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 25, 2026
- Launched [Lyria 3](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/music-generation) music generation models: [`lyria-3-clip-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/lyria-3-clip-preview) (30-second clips) and [`lyria-3-pro-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/lyria-3-pro-preview) (full-length songs). Both models accept text and image inputs and generate high-quality, 48kHz stereo audio. See the [Music generation](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/music-generation) guide for details and code samples.
Gemini
23 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 23, 2026 {% id="03-23-2026" %}
* Rolled out [Prepay and Postpay billing plans](/docs/billing) in AI Studio.
Existing accounts may be affected; read the [Billing](/docs/billing)
documentation for more information.
Existing accounts may be affected; read the [Billing](/docs/billing)
documentation for more information.
Gemini
23 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 23, 2026
- Rolled out [Prepay and Postpay billing plans](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/billing) in AI Studio. Existing accounts may be affected; read the [Billing](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/billing) documentation for more information.
Gemini
19 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 19, 2026
- Updated OpenAI compatibility feature to support `gemini-3-pro-image-preview` and the `/v1/videos` endpoint with our `veo-3.1-generate-preview` model.
Gemini
18 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 18, 2026
- Released the new [Built-in Tools and Function Calling Combination](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/tool-combination) feature, making it possible to use Gemini's built-in tools alongside custom function calling tools in a single API call.
- [Grounding with Google Maps](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/maps-grounding#supported_models) is now supported for Gemini 3 models going forward.
- [Grounding with Google Maps](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/maps-grounding#supported_models) is now supported for Gemini 3 models going forward.
Gemini
18 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 18, 2026 {% id="03-18-2026" %}
* Released the new [Built-in Tools and Function Calling
Combination](/docs/tool-combination) feature, making it possible to use
Gemini's built-in tools alongside custom function calling tools in a single
API call.
* [Grounding with Google Maps](/docs/maps-grounding#supported-models) is now
supported for Gemini 3 models going forward.
Combination](/docs/tool-combination) feature, making it possible to use
Gemini's built-in tools alongside custom function calling tools in a single
API call.
* [Grounding with Google Maps](/docs/maps-grounding#supported-models) is now
supported for Gemini 3 models going forward.
Gemini
16 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 16, 2026
- Introduced revamped [Usage Tiers](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/billing#about-billing) and [Billing Account spend caps](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/billing#tier-spend-caps) for a better user billing experience.
Gemini
16 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 16, 2026 {% id="03-16-2026" %}
* Introduced revamped [Usage Tiers](/docs/billing#about-billing) and [Billing
Account spend caps](/docs/billing#tier-spend-caps) for a better user billing
experience.
Account spend caps](/docs/billing#tier-spend-caps) for a better user billing
experience.
Gemini
12 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 12, 2026
- Introduced [project-level spend caps](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/billing#project-spend-caps) to billing in AI Studio.
Gemini
12 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 12, 2026 {% id="03-12-2026" %}
* Introduced [project-level spend caps](/docs/billing#project-spend-caps) to
billing in AI Studio.
billing in AI Studio.
Gemini
10 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 10, 2026
- Released `gemini-embedding-2-preview`, our first multimodal embedding model. It supports text, image, video, audio, and PDF inputs, mapping all modalities into a unified embedding space. To learn more, see [Embeddings](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/embeddings).
Gemini
10 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 10, 2026 {% id="03-10-2026" %}
* Released `gemini-embedding-2-preview`, our first multimodal embedding model.
It supports text, image, video, audio, and PDF inputs, mapping all
modalities into a unified embedding space. To learn more, see
[Embeddings](/docs/embeddings).
* Deprecation announcement: The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model
will be [shut down](/docs/deprecations) on March 31, 2026.
It supports text, image, video, audio, and PDF inputs, mapping all
modalities into a unified embedding space. To learn more, see
[Embeddings](/docs/embeddings).
* Deprecation announcement: The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model
will be [shut down](/docs/deprecations) on March 31, 2026.
Gemini
10 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 10, 2026
- Released `gemini-embedding-2-preview`, our first multimodal embedding model.
It supports text, image, video, audio, and PDF inputs,
mapping all modalities into a unified embedding space. To learn more, see
[Embeddings](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/embeddings).
- Deprecation announcement: The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model
will be [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) on March 31, 2026.
It supports text, image, video, audio, and PDF inputs,
mapping all modalities into a unified embedding space. To learn more, see
[Embeddings](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/embeddings).
- Deprecation announcement: The `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025` model
will be [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) on March 31, 2026.
Gemini
9 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 9, 2026 {% id="03-09-2026" %}
* The Gemini 3 Pro Preview model has been [shut down](/docs/deprecations). The
`gemini-3-pro-preview` now points to
[`gemini-3.1-pro-preview`](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-pro-preview).
`gemini-3-pro-preview` now points to
[`gemini-3.1-pro-preview`](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-pro-preview).
Gemini
9 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 9, 2026
- The Gemini 3 Pro Preview model has been [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations). The `gemini-3-pro-preview` now points to [`gemini-3.1-pro-preview`](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-pro-preview).
Gemini
3 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 3, 2026 {% id="03-03-2026" %}
* Launched Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Preview, the first Flash-Lite model in the
Gemini 3 series. Read the [model
page](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview) for specs, specific
updates, and developer guidance.
Gemini 3 series. Read the [model
page](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview) for specs, specific
updates, and developer guidance.
Gemini
3 Mar 2026
gemini_api
March 3, 2026
- Launched Gemini 3.1 Flash-Lite Preview, the first Flash-Lite model in the Gemini 3 series. Read the [model page](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-lite-preview) for specs, specific updates, and developer guidance.
Gemini
26 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 26, 2026 {% id="02-26-2026" %}
* Launched Nano Banana 2, [Gemini 3.1 Flash Image
Preview](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-image), a high-efficiency
model optimized for speed and high-volume use cases.
* Deprecation announcement: Gemini 3 Pro Preview (`gemini-3-pro-preview`) will
be [shut down](/docs/deprecations) March 9, 2026.
Preview](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-image), a high-efficiency
model optimized for speed and high-volume use cases.
* Deprecation announcement: Gemini 3 Pro Preview (`gemini-3-pro-preview`) will
be [shut down](/docs/deprecations) March 9, 2026.
Gemini
26 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 26, 2026
- Launched Nano Banana 2, [Gemini 3.1 Flash Image Preview](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-image-preview), a high-efficiency
model optimized for speed and high-volume use cases.
- Deprecation announcement: Gemini 3 Pro Preview (`gemini-3-pro-preview`)
will be [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) March 9, 2026.
model optimized for speed and high-volume use cases.
- Deprecation announcement: Gemini 3 Pro Preview (`gemini-3-pro-preview`)
will be [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) March 9, 2026.
Gemini
26 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 26, 2026
- Launched Nano Banana 2, [Gemini 3.1 Flash Image
Preview](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-image), a high-efficiency
model optimized for speed and high-volume use cases.
- Deprecation announcement: Gemini 3 Pro Preview (`gemini-3-pro-preview`)
will be [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) March 9, 2026.
Preview](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-flash-image), a high-efficiency
model optimized for speed and high-volume use cases.
- Deprecation announcement: Gemini 3 Pro Preview (`gemini-3-pro-preview`)
will be [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) March 9, 2026.
Gemini
19 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 19, 2026 {% id="02-19-2026" %}
* Released [Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview](/docs/models/gemini-3.1-pro-preview), our
latest iteration in the new Gemini 3 series family.
* Launched a separate endpoint `gemini-3.1-pro-preview-customtools`, which is
better at prioritizing custom tools, for users building with a mix of bash
and tools.
latest iteration in the new Gemini 3 series family.
* Launched a separate endpoint `gemini-3.1-pro-preview-customtools`, which is
better at prioritizing custom tools, for users building with a mix of bash
and tools.
Gemini
19 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 19, 2026
- Released [Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models/gemini-3.1-pro-preview), our latest iteration in the new Gemini 3 series family.
- Launched a separate endpoint `gemini-3.1-pro-preview-customtools`, which is better at prioritizing custom tools, for users building with a mix of bash and tools.
- Launched a separate endpoint `gemini-3.1-pro-preview-customtools`, which is better at prioritizing custom tools, for users building with a mix of bash and tools.
Gemini
19 Feb 2026
gemini_app
2026.02.19
Gemini 3.1 Pro: A smarter model for your most complex tasksWhat:Building on the Gemini 3 series, we’re releasing 3.1 Pro, a smarter and more capable model for complex problem-solving. 3.1 Pro is designed for tasks where a simple answer isn’t enough, taking advanced reasoning and making it useful for your hardest challenges. This improved intelligence can help in practical applications — whether you’re looking for a clear, visual explanation of a complex topic, a way to synthesize data into a single view, or a step-by-step plan bringing an ambitious creative project to life.3.1 Pro is rolling out globally to the Gemini app, with higher limits for users with Google AI Pro and Ultra plans. To access, select “Pro” in the model drop down.Why:We want to make Gemini the most helpful AI assistant for everyone. With the advanced reasoning of Gemini 3.1 Pro, you can now tackle your most complex projects with greater confidence.
Brand Impact
Google has upgraded its Gemini AI to a smarter version (3.1 Pro) that's better at handling complicated tasks like detailed analysis, data synthesis, and creative planning. This more powerful AI could favor brands and products that benefit from complex recommendations—such as enterprise software, premium creative tools, and data analytics platforms—since the AI now excels at multi-step reasoning. Conversely, brands relying on simple, quick answers may see less visibility, as the upgraded model prioritizes depth and nuance over brevity.
Gemini
18 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 18, 2026 {% id="02-18-2026" %}
* Deprecation announcement: The following models will be [shut
down](/docs/deprecations) June 1, 2026:
* `gemini-2.0-flash`
* `gemini-2.0-flash-001`
* `gemini-2.0-flash-lite`
* `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001`
down](/docs/deprecations) June 1, 2026:
* `gemini-2.0-flash`
* `gemini-2.0-flash-001`
* `gemini-2.0-flash-lite`
* `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001`
Gemini
18 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 18, 2026
- Deprecation announcement: The following models will be
[shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) June 1, 2026:
- `gemini-2.0-flash`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-001`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001`
[shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) June 1, 2026:
- `gemini-2.0-flash`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-001`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001`
Gemini
17 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 17, 2026 {% id="02-17-2026" %}
* The following models are [shut down](/docs/deprecations):
* `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-25`
* `imagen-4.0-generate-preview-06-06`
* `imagen-4.0-ultra-generate-preview-06-06`
* `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-25`
* `imagen-4.0-generate-preview-06-06`
* `imagen-4.0-ultra-generate-preview-06-06`
Gemini
17 Feb 2026
gemini_api
February 17, 2026
- The following models are [shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations):
- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-25`
- `imagen-4.0-generate-preview-06-06`
- `imagen-4.0-ultra-generate-preview-06-06`
- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-25`
- `imagen-4.0-generate-preview-06-06`
- `imagen-4.0-ultra-generate-preview-06-06`
Gemini
29 Jan 2026
gemini_api
January 29, 2026
- Launched support for the Computer Use tool in `gemini-3-pro-preview` and `gemini-3-flash-preview`.
Brand Impact
Google's Gemini AI can now directly interact with computer software and applications across different platforms. This update means the AI could potentially recommend or suggest specific productivity tools, software solutions, or digital workflows more accurately based on a user's context and needs, giving brands in the tech and software space a new opportunity to be surfaced as relevant suggestions.
Gemini
29 Jan 2026
gemini_api
January 29, 2026 {% id="01-29-2026" %}
* Launched support for the Computer Use tool in `gemini-3-pro-preview` and
`gemini-3-flash-preview`.
`gemini-3-flash-preview`.
Gemini
22 Jan 2026
gemini_api
January 22, 2026
- Deprecation announcement: The following models will be
[shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) March 31, 2026:
- `gemini-2.0-flash`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-001`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001`
[shut down](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/deprecations) March 31, 2026:
- `gemini-2.0-flash`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-001`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-001`
Brand Impact
Google is discontinuing several Gemini AI Flash models that were previously used for rapid, lightweight interactions. These specific model removals could impact businesses and developers who have built applications relying on these fast-processing AI versions, potentially requiring them to quickly migrate to alternative Gemini models to maintain their current AI-powered services and recommendations.
Tracking what they’re building
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What is the LLM Changelog?
The LLM Changelog is a live, automated tracker that monitors release notes and documentation updates across the largest AI platforms — including OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google's Gemini, Perplexity AI, Microsoft Copilot and Google Search. Changes are crawled daily and presented in a single, searchable feed.
Why AI Platform Changes Matter for Brands
When AI models update their training data, adjust ranking signals or change how they cite sources, the brands and products they recommend can shift overnight. An API change to Gemini or a new feature in ChatGPT can alter which businesses get mentioned in millions of AI-generated responses.
Platforms We Track
We currently monitor ChatGPT release notes, OpenAI developer and model changelogs, Gemini API and app updates, Perplexity product and API changes, Microsoft 365 Copilot release notes, and Google Search Central documentation updates. New sources are added as the AI landscape evolves.
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