Google Releases NanoBanana AI Model for Broad Use via Gemini API and Vertex AI

October 3, 2025

Details

  • Google AI has officially transitioned its NanoBanana model from preview to full production status.
  • Developers now have access to NanoBanana through the Gemini API within Google AI Studio, while enterprise clients can use the model on Google Cloud’s Vertex AI platform.
  • The announcement came as part of Google's weekly “shipped” update on 3 Oct 2025.
  • In addition to reaching general availability, Google introduced 10 new aspect-ratio presets to give users more flexibility for image and multimodal outputs.
  • Pricing remains unchanged, as existing Gemini API quotas will include NanoBanana usage.

Impact

This move marks Google's confidence in the NanoBanana model’s reliability for demanding applications and accelerates developers' product timelines. By offering the model across both AI Studio and Vertex AI, Google streamlines deployment and strengthens its hold in both developer and enterprise markets. The expanded aspect-ratio presets may entice creative toolmakers, while Google's focus on different model sizes keeps it competitive with firms like OpenAI and Anthropic.

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