LLM/AI Changelog

- For [Gemini 2.5 Flash Image](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/image-generation), the input
token count for images has been reduced from 1290 to 258, lowering the cost
of image editing.

- Deprecation announcement: The following models will be shut down:

- November 18th:

- `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-06-17`
- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20`
- December 2nd:

- `gemini-2.0-flash-thinking-exp`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-thinking-exp-01-21`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-thinking-exp-1219`
- `gemini-2.5-pro-preview-03-25`
- `gemini-2.5-pro-preview-05-06`
- `gemini-2.5-pro-preview-06-05`
- December 9th:

- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-preview`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-preview-02-05`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-exp`
- `gemini-2.0-pro-exp`
- `gemini-2.0-pro-exp-02-05`

* For [Gemini 2.5 Flash Image](/docs/image-generation), the input token count
for images has been reduced from 1290 to 258, lowering the cost of image
editing.

* Deprecation announcement: The following models will be shut down:

* November 18th:

- `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-06-17`
- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20`

* December 2nd:

- `gemini-2.0-flash-thinking-exp`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-thinking-exp-01-21`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-thinking-exp-1219`
- `gemini-2.5-pro-preview-03-25`
- `gemini-2.5-pro-preview-05-06`
- `gemini-2.5-pro-preview-06-05`

* December 9th:

- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-preview`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-lite-preview-02-05`
- `gemini-2.0-flash-exp`
- `gemini-2.0-pro-exp`
- `gemini-2.0-pro-exp-02-05`

- The following Gemini Live API models are now shut down:

- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-native-audio-dialog`
- `gemini-2.5-flash-exp-native-audio-thinking-dialog`

You can use `gemini-2.5-flash-native-audio-preview-09-2025` instead.
- Deprecation announcement: Shut down for `gemini-2.0-flash-live-001` and
`gemini-live-2.5-flash-preview` coming December 09, 2025.

* The following Gemini Live API models are now shut down:

- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-native-audio-dialog`
- `gemini-2.5-flash-exp-native-audio-thinking-dialog`

You can use `gemini-2.5-flash-native-audio-preview-09-2025` instead.

* Deprecation announcement: Shut down for `gemini-2.0-flash-live-001` and
`gemini-live-2.5-flash-preview` coming December 09, 2025.

- Released [Veo 3.1 and 3.1 Fast](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/video#veo-3.1) models in
public preview, with new features including:

- Extending Veo-created videos.
- Referencing up to three images to generate a video.
- Providing first and last frame images to generate videos from.

This launch also added more options for Veo 3 output video durations: 4, 6,
and 8 seconds.
- Deprecation announcement: Shut down for `veo-3.0-generate-preview` and
`veo-3.0-fast-generate-preview` coming November 12, 2025.

* Released [Veo 3.1 and 3.1 Fast](/docs/video) models in public
preview, with new features including:

- Extending Veo-created videos.
- Referencing up to three images to generate a video.
- Providing first and last frame images to generate videos from.

This launch also added more options for Veo 3 output video durations: 4, 6,
and 8 seconds.

* Deprecation announcement: Shut down for `veo-3.0-generate-preview` and
`veo-3.0-fast-generate-preview` coming November 12, 2025.

- Released Gemini Robotics-ER 1.5 model in preview. See the
[Robotics overview](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/robotics-overview)
to learn about how to use the model for your robotics application.

- Launched following preview models:

- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025`
- `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025`

See the [Models](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models) page for details.

Update to 2.5 Flash in GeminiWhat:An enhanced version of Gemini 2.5 Flash is now available to Gemini app users. Responses are now better organised with improved formatting. Gemini 2.5 Flash uses elements like headers, lists and tables to make even complex outputs clearer and easier to understand. We've also improved image understanding, so that Gemini can better interpret and respond to your uploads.To feel the difference, try working through a problem at school or work involving an image, like a diagram, and asking Gemini to walk you through it; or upload your class notes and ask Gemini to organise, summarise or create flashcards for you.Why:We're committed to continually improving performance and making Gemini a more insightful, collaborative partner. When it's better at understanding context and images, it's easier for you to create, interact and accomplish your goals.

* Released Gemini Robotics-ER 1.5 model in preview. See the [Robotics
overview](/docs/robotics-overview) to learn about how to use the model for
your robotics application.

* Launched following preview models:

- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025`
- `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025`

See the [Models](/docs/models) page for details.

- Released Gemini Robotics ER 1.5 model in preview. See the
[Robotics overview](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/robotics-overview)
to learn about how to use the model for your robotics application.

- Launched following preview models:

- `gemini-2.5-flash-preview-09-2025`
- `gemini-2.5-flash-lite-preview-09-2025`

See the [Models](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models) page for details.

- Released `gemini-2.5-flash-native-audio-preview-09-2025`, a new native audio model for the Live API with improved function calling and speech cut off handling. To learn more, see the [Live API guide](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/live-guide) and [Gemini 2.5 Flash Native Audio](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/models#gemini-2.5-flash-native-audio).

Your custom Gems are now shareableWhat:Starting today, you can share the Gems that you create with friends, family and colleagues. Gems are a simple way to customise Gemini to achieve your specific goals. This means that you can tackle recurring tasks without retyping lengthy prompts and providing context each time.Share your weekly meal planner Gem to help a friend get inspiration, or send your holiday planner Gem to a family member before their big trip. To share, simply open your Gem manager on the web and click 'Share' next to any Gem that you've created. Sharing Gems works just like sharing files in Google Drive, giving you control over who can view or edit your Gem. Visit theHelp Centreto learn more about sharing Gems.Why:Turn your favourite Gems into a shared resource so that you can help others also save time on repetitive prompting and get started more easily. Rather than creating from scratch, you can use a fine-tuned Gem with effective instructions with friends or even an entire organisation.

Your custom Gems are now shareableWhat:Starting today, you can share the Gems you create with friends, family, and colleagues. Gems are a simple way to customise Gemini to achieve your specific goals. This means that you can tackle recurring tasks without retyping lengthy prompts and providing context each time.Share your weekly meal planner Gem to help a friend get inspiration, or send your holiday planner Gem to a family member before their big trip. To share, simply open your Gem manager on the web and click 'Share' next to any Gem that you've created. Sharing Gems works just like sharing files in Google Drive, giving you control over who can view or edit your Gem. Visit theHelp Centerto learn more about sharing Gems.Why:Turn your favorite Gems into a shared resource so you can help others also save time on repetitive prompting and get started more easily. Rather than creating from scratch, you can use a fine-tuned Gem with effective instructions with friends or even an entire organisation.

- Deprecation announcement: The following models will be shut down in October 2025:

- `embedding-001`
- `embedding-gecko-001`
- `gemini-embedding-exp-03-07` (`gemini-embedding-exp`)

See the [Embeddings](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/embeddings) page for details on the latest embeddings
model.

Students get one year of Google AI Pro at no cost in the UK, Germany, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Mexico.What:Google is offering students aged 18 and older in the UK, Germany, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Mexico a one-year upgrade to Google AI Pro at no cost. Students must sign up for this promotion by 3 November 2025. This plan includes unlimited chat, image uploads and quiz generations for homework help and exam prep, plus 2 TB of storage. Plan automatically renews at £18.99 / month after trial. Cancel anytime.Terms apply.Students will have access to our Gemini 2.5 Pro model, Veo 3 Fast, Deep Research and an enhanced NotebookLM with 5x more notebooks and audio overviews.Why:Our mission is to empower every student with the AI tools and skills that they need to advance their learning, unlock their creativity and build the future of work.

Students get one year of Google AI Pro at no cost in the UK, Germany, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Mexico.What:Google is offering students aged 18 and older in the UK, Germany, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Mexico a one-year upgrade to Google AI Pro at no cost. Students must sign up for this promotion by 3 November 2025. This plan includes unlimited chat, image uploads and quiz generations for homework help and exam revision, plus 2 TB of storage. Plan automatically renews at £18.99 per month after trial. Cancel at any time.Terms apply.Students will have access to our Gemini 2.5 Pro model, Veo 3 Fast, Deep Research and an enhanced NotebookLM with 5x more notebooks and audio overviews.Why:Our mission is to empower every student with the AI tools and skills they need to advance their learning, unlock their creativity, and build the future of work.

Reimagine your photos with a promptWhat:Experience a new level of creativity with our latest image generation and editing model. We've improved how Gemini follows your instructions, making it easier to get the results that you want. Upload multiple images to combine concepts, borrow creative elements or blend scenes to create something unique. Plus, when you use your own selfie, Gemini does a better job of keeping your look consistent, so that you can star in any adventure you can imagine.Why:We believe that the best creative tools are the ones that get out of your way and let your imagination run wild. This update is a step forward in giving you more precise control and powerful new ways to express your ideas. We can't wait to see what you create!

Revisit your conversations: You can now search your Gemini chat history.What:Find and revisit past conversations in Gemini. To get started, simply expand your navigation menu and tap the magnifying glass or the “Search for chats” bar. Enter a keyword or phrase, and Gemini will display all relevant conversations. This feature is live globally on web and mobile.Why:This is one of our most highly requested features, and lets you collaborate more seamlessly with Gemini. No matter if you're working on a project from last week or searching for a prompt you crafted a month ago, the search bar helps you find what you need in seconds to keep your momentum going.

- Released [URL context tool](https://ai.google.dev/gemini-api/docs/url-context) to general availability (GA), a tool for providing URLs as additional context to prompts. Support for using URL context with the `gemini-2.0-flash` model (available during experimental release) will be discontinued in one week.

Introducing Temporary ChatWhat:Now you can have a quick, one-off conversation with the Gemini app that won’t be saved to your chat history. Our new Temporary Chat feature is great for when you're exploring private questions or brainstorming an idea that's outside your usual style. To start, select the “Temporary Chat” icon next to “New Chat”. This feature will be rolling out over the coming weeks, starting today.Why:With Temporary Chat, you can have conversations that won’t appear in your recent chats or Gemini Apps Activity. These chats won’t be used to train Google’s AI models or personalize your Gemini experience, giving you a clean slate whenever you need one.

Introducing temporary chatWhat:Now you can have a quick, one-off conversation with the Gemini app that won’t be saved to your chat history. Our new temporary chat feature is great for when you're exploring private questions or brainstorming an idea that's outside your usual style. To start, select the 'temporary chat' icon next to 'New chat'. This feature will be rolling out over the coming weeks, starting today.Why:With Temporary Chat, you can have conversations that won’t appear in your recent chats or Gemini Apps Activity. These chats won't be used to train Google's AI models or personalise your Gemini experience, giving you a clean slate whenever you need one.

Study effectively with helpful exam prep toolsWhat:Dive deeper into your studies by generating unlimited custom quizzes. You can also create flashcards and study guides based on your quiz, or other class materials, for an easy way to review and reinforce your learning. This experience is open to all users over the age of 18.Why:Effective studying is not one-size-fits-all. We want to provide a variety of ways for learners to master the topics they are studying, whether that is sitting down for a long, challenging quiz, quickly reviewing concepts with flashcards, or taking a comprehensive study guide with them on the go.Understand Complex Topics Faster with Integrated Visuals and YouTube videosWhat:Gemini now provides a richer learning experience by automatically integrating high-quality images, diagrams, and YouTube videos directly into its responses. When you ask about complex topics like photosynthesis or the parts of a cell, Gemini will seamlessly weave in visuals and YouTube videos alongside the text to help you understand the information more easily. Integration of high quality images, diagrams and YouTube videos is available to all users.Why:We believe seeing a concept is key to truly understanding it. Gemini now uses visuals to make complex information more digestible and memorable. This helps turn abstract ideas into concrete knowledge, making learning faster and more effective for everyone.Go Beyond the Answer with Step-by-Step Guided LearningWhat:Gemini now offers Guided Learning, a new mode designed to help you build a deeper understanding of whatever you’re trying to learn or do. Instead of providing a single answer, this feature guides you through subjects step-by-step, breaking down concepts and providing interactive help along the way. It's ideal for understanding complex information or developing a new skill. You can activate this tool using the ‘Guided Learning’ chip on desktop or the ‘Learn’ chip on mobile. This experience is open to all users.Why:

Study effectively with helpful revision toolsWhat:Dive deeper into your studies by generating unlimited custom quizzes. You can also create flashcards and study guides based on your test, or other class materials, for an easy way to review and reinforce your learning. This experience is open to all users over the age of 18.Why:Effective studying is not one-size-fits-all. We want to provide a variety of ways for learners to master the topics that they're studying, whether that's sitting down for a long, challenging test, quickly reviewing concepts with flashcards or taking a comprehensive study guide with them on the go.Understand complex topics faster with integrated visuals and YouTube videosWhat:Gemini now provides a richer learning experience by automatically integrating high-quality images, diagrams, and YouTube videos directly into its responses. When you ask about complex topics like photosynthesis or the parts of a cell, Gemini will seamlessly weave in visuals and YouTube videos alongside the text to help you understand the information more easily. Integration of high quality images, diagrams and YouTube videos is available to all users.Why:We believe seeing a concept is key to truly understanding it. Gemini now uses visuals to make complex information more digestible and memorable. This helps turn abstract ideas into concrete knowledge, making learning faster and more effective for everyone.Go beyond the answer with step-by-step Guided LearningWhat:Gemini now offers Guided Learning, a new mode designed to help you build a deeper understanding of whatever you’re trying to learn or do. Instead of providing a single answer, this feature guides you through subjects step-by-step, breaking down concepts and providing interactive help along the way. It's ideal for understanding complex information or developing a new skill. You can activate this tool using the 'Guided Learning' chip on desktop or the 'Learn' chip on mobile. This experience is open to all users.Why

Solve your most complex problems with Gemini 2.5 Deep ThinkWhat:Starting today, Google AI Ultra subscribers get early, limited access to Gemini 2.5 Deep Think, Gemini’s most advanced reasoning mode. Deep Think is capable of thinking for longer and generating multiple parallel streams of thought simultaneously—much like how humans brainstorm to tackle complex problems – making it excel at iterative development and design, scientific and mathematical research, and coding.Try it next time you need more brain power for your most complex tasks, especially those requiring creativity, strategic planning and step-by-step improvements. Select 2.5 Pro from the model drop down, and "Deep Think" will appear in the prompt bar. Submit your task with Deep Think enabled and Gemini will let you know when your response is ready – generally in a few minutes.Why:We're committed to bringing Google's latest AI innovations faster to Google AI Ultra users, including our most powerful reasoning capabilities to help you tackle even the most complex problems.