Google debuts an updated Gemini 2.5 Pro AI model ahead of I/O Conference
Google recently announced the launch of Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview (I/O edition), an updated version of its flagship Gemini 2.5 Pro AI model. This new model is available through the Gemini API and Google’s Vertex AI and AI Studio platforms. It is priced the same as the previous model and can be accessed through Google's Gemini chatbot app for both web and mobile devices.
Enhanced Capabilities
According to Google, the Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview (I/O edition) boasts significantly improved capabilities for coding and building interactive web apps. It excels at tasks such as code transformation and code editing. The model's release coincides with Google's upcoming I/O developer conference, where it is anticipated that Google will introduce several new models and AI-powered tools to stay competitive in the AI market.
Performance Benchmarking
In a blog post, Google highlighted that the Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview (I/O edition) leads the WebDev Arena Leaderboard, showcasing its ability to create visually appealing and functional web applications. The model also demonstrates state-of-the-art performance in video understanding, achieving an impressive score of 84.8% on the VideoMME benchmark.
Developer Feedback
For developers already using Gemini 2.5 Pro, this updated version aims to enhance coding performance and address key feedback by reducing errors in function calling and improving function calling trigger rates. Google emphasized that the model prioritizes aesthetic web development without compromising its flexibility.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview (I/O edition) and other innovations from Google at the upcoming I/O conference.
