New Google AI Models for Fast Image and Video Creation

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  Nano Banana 2 Lite: Speed and Cost for Image Generation: Google has launched Nano Banana 2 Lite (gemini-3.1-flash-lite-image), a faster and cheaper image model than its predecessor. It delivers text-to-image outputs in just 4 seconds, costing $0.034 per 1,000 images—ideal for developers needing rapid ideation without budget constraints. This model replaces Nano Banana (gemini-2.5-flash-image) and is now available in Google AI Studio, Gemini API, and consumer products like Search AI Mode and Google Photos. If you’re building prototypes or need quick visual drafts, switch to Nano Banana 2 Lite today to cut latency and costs while maintaining reliable prompt adherence and text clarity.

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  Gemini Omni Flash: Video Editing and Generation: Gemini Omni Flash (gemini-omni-flash-preview) enables high-quality video generation and conversational editing from text, images, or video inputs. It costs $0.10 per second of video output—matching Veo 3.1 Fast—and supports up to 10-second videos for now. Developers can use it to refine videos through natural language, combine multimodal references, and add real-world context like historical or narrative logic. While it has limitations (e.g., audio references aren’t supported yet), it’s available via Google AI Studio and Gemini API. For example, apps like 'Space Lift' use it to turn static room photos into animated design showcases, letting users experience changes before committing. Start experimenting with the Interactions API to chain Nano Banana 2 Lite and Omni Flash for end-to-end video workflows.

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  How to Chain Models for End-to-End Workflow: Combine Nano Banana 2 Lite and Gemini Omni Flash to create seamless multimedia experiences. Use Nano Banana 2 Lite to generate images quickly, then pass them to Omni Flash for video animation. The Interactions API maintains session history for up to three sequential edits, enabling iterative improvements. Demo apps like 'Anywhere' (turning selfies into landmark images) and 'Omni Product Studio' (converting static images to e-commerce videos) show this in action. To get started, use Google AI Studio’s playground to test both models together—this pairing cuts development time while ensuring your creative vision stays consistent and scalable.