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Google removes free access to Gemini Flash and Pro

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First reported on Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 07:22 EDT by Engadget·Latest article on Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 09:19 EDT

Summary

From October 9, free Gemini users will be limited to Google's Flash Lite model; they can currently choose between Flash Lite, Flash and Pro. Access to the standard Flash model will require a Google AI Plus subscription at $4.99 a month.

Latest: Google announced that free access to Gemini Flash and Pro will be removed on October 9, limiting free users to the Flash Lite model.

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How it unfolded

  1. Tuesday 6 October

    Google announced that free access to Gemini Flash and Pro will be removed on October 9, limiting free users to the Flash Lite model.

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