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Google is about to remove free access to Gemini Flash and Pro

Starting on October 9th, anyone using Google Gemini on a free plan will be limited to the Flash Lite model. Free users can currently choose from Gemini Flash Lite, Flash, and Pro, but now you'll need a $4.99/month Google AI Plus subscription to access the standard Flash model. However, that subscri…

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  1. 2026-10-06 13:19 · The Verge AI
    Google is about to remove free access to Gemini Flash and Pro
  2. 2026-10-04 17:02 · r/Bard
    Google is removing Gemini Flash and Pro from the free tier. Is powerful free AI becoming a temporary growth strategy?

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