Use Gemini for free? You’ll soon be limited to its weakest AI model
ZDNet
Read the full articleStarting October 9, Google will restrict free users of its Gemini AI to only the weakest Flash-Lite model, removing access to the stronger Flash and Pro models. Paid AI Plus subscribers will lose Pro model access, while AI Pro subscribers gain access to a new Deep Think mode.

- Free Gemini users now on ‘Auto’ models as app adds thinking levels· 9to5Google (Gemini)
- Google is about to remove free access to Gemini Flash and Pro· 2 sources
- Gemini app limiting what models free & AI Plus users can access, AI Pro adding Deep Think· 9to5Google (Gemini)
- Google details Gems to skills migration, including free access· 9to5Google (Gemini)
- Gemini app starts rolling out big side panel simplification, settings redesign· 9to5Google (Gemini)
- Google is killing off Gemini’s Gems in favor of ‘skills’· 2 sources


