Google rolls out Gemini 2.5 Pro free for everyone - Neowin
Google has announced the exciting news that it is now offering its latest Gemini AI model, version 2.5 Pro, to all users of the Gemini app at no cost. This powerful AI model was previously exclusive to Gemini Advanced subscribers but is now accessible to the general public. The rollout of Gemini 2.5 Pro to all users began this Saturday.
The Gemini 2.5 Pro model was introduced by Google earlier this week as the company's most intelligent AI model to date, boasting advanced thinking capabilities compared to previous versions. This updated model comes with various features such as app and browser extensions, file upload functionality, and integration with Google's Canvas collaboration tool.
Increased Accessibility
Initially, access to Gemini 2.5 Pro was limited to Gemini Advanced subscribers who paid a $19.99 monthly fee in the US. However, Google has now decided to make the experimental version available to all Gemini users. The company's goal is to make their most intelligent model widely accessible in a timely manner.
The new Gemini 2.5 Pro model is already live on the Gemini website and will soon be integrated into the Android and iOS mobile apps. Recent updates to the app have focused on enhancing the user experience by simplifying the selection process for the Gemini model in use.
Advanced Features and Capabilities
Gemini 2.5 Pro, in its experimental phase, supports features such as App/Extensions integration, file uploads, and Canvas integration. The model currently leads the LMArena leaderboard, showcasing its performance. Google is also working on further improving the model's coding capabilities.
One notable feature of Gemini 2.5 Pro is its 1 million token context window, allowing it to handle large datasets and maintain context during extended interactions. There are plans to potentially expand this to a 2 million token window in the future, enhancing its capabilities further.
