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Starting October 9, free Gemini users will be limited to Flash Lite, while standard Flash moves to the $4.99/month Google AI Plus plan and Pro is restricted to the higher AI Pro and Ultra tiers.

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Google Locks Gemini Flash and Pro Behind Paid Tiers Starting October 9

What Google announced

FAQ

What changes in the free version of Gemini?

From October 9, free-plan users will be limited to the Flash Lite model instead of choosing between Flash Lite, Flash, and Pro.

How much does Gemini Flash access cost?

Access to standard Flash requires a Google AI Plus subscription at $4.99 per month, but that plan will no longer include Gemini Pro after the update.

How do I get Gemini Pro and Deep Think?

Access to Gemini Pro and the Deep Think option will be restricted to Google AI Pro or Ultra subscribers, both priced above AI Plus.

Does this affect teams in the Middle East?

Yes. Teams that built workflows on the free tier will need either to upgrade to a paid plan or move to alternatives such as open-weight models to avoid rising costs.

Source: The Verge AI

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