Google reveals Nano Banana 2 AI image model, coming to Gemini today

Google releases Nano Banana 2, combining Pro-quality image generation with Flash-level speed — featuring subject consistency, text rendering, and real-time world knowledge from web search.

The Announcement

Google has released Nano Banana 2, its latest AI image generation model. It combines the advanced capabilities of Nano Banana Pro with the speed of Gemini Flash, making it the fastest high-quality image generator in Google's lineup.

Key Capabilities

• Advanced world knowledge: Pulls from real-time web search to accurately render specific subjects
• Subject consistency: Maintain character appearance across multiple generations
• Precision text rendering: Generate accurate text in images for marketing, mockups, and signage
• Photorealistic quality: High-fidelity output suitable for professional use

Availability

Rolling out across Google products including the Gemini app, Google Search, and Google Ads.

Content Provenance

Google continues to improve SynthID watermarking technology and C2PA Content Credentials to identify AI-generated images.

Source: Ars Technica