Google releases two new AI models for low-cost image generation and seamless video editing

Zhitong
2026.07.01 03:03

Google released two new AI models: Nano Banana 2 Lite and Gemini Omni Flash AI. The former is a cost-effective image generation model, producing images in 4 seconds at a cost of $0.034 per thousand images; the latter optimizes video generation and editing at a cost of $0.10 per second. Both are designed to help developers build end-to-end multimedia experiences, achieving seamless integration of images and videos

According to Zhitong Finance APP, Google (GOOG.US, GOOGL.US) released its latest two artificial intelligence (AI) models on Tuesday: Nano Banana 2 Lite and Gemini Omni Flash AI.

Google stated that Nano Banana 2 Lite is the company's most cost-effective Gemini Image model, while Gemini Omni Flash is optimized for high-quality video generation and conversational editing.

The tech giant said in a statement: "With these two models, developers can build comprehensive end-to-end multimedia experiences that seamlessly connect fast image generation with video creation and editing. Whether your workflow requires generating thousands of images or editing multiple video clips, you now have two new models available to build faster, connect smoothly, and turn your creative ideas into reality."

Nano Banana 2 Lite can convert text to images in four seconds, and Google stated that this "makes it an ideal choice for interactive prototyping and rapid visual sketching." Additionally, the model is affordable, costing only $0.034 per thousand images.

Nano Banana 2 Lite is now available on major developer platforms, and regular users can access the model through Search, the Gemini app, NotebookLM, Google Photos, Stitch, Google Flow, and the AI features within Google Ads.

Google further introduced the Gemini Omni Flash model released at the Google Developer Conference (Google I/O). The tech giant stated that developers can now call this model through the Gemini API with Google AI Studio, with video generation output priced at $0.10 per second, the same pricing as Veo 3.1 Fast

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