Release notes
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Gemini CLI·Sep 4, 2025
Hotfix for issue #7730.
update.gitignore in /setup-github. add dependabot configuration.
Gemini CLI·Aug 28, 2025
Implement Tab and Backspace handling for Kitty Protocol (#7006) (Cherry-pick). allow release branches to run (#7060).
Gemini CLI·Aug 27, 2025
Introduce core ChatRecordingService for automatic conversation saving. enhance settings management with generic setter and display hel….
Gemini API·Aug 26, 2025
Launched Gemini 2.5 Image Preview, our latest native image generation model.
Gemini app·Aug 26, 2025
What: Experience a new level of creativity with our latest image generation and editing model. We've improved how Gemini follows your instructions, making it easier to get the results that you want. Upload multiple images to combine concepts, borrow creative elements or blend scenes to create something unique. Plus, when you use your own selfie, Gemini does a better job of keeping your look consistent, so that you can star in any adventure you can imagine. Why: We believe that the best creative tools are the ones that get out of your way and let your imagination run wild. This update is a step forward in giving you more precise control and powerful new ways to express your ideas. We can't wait to see what you create!
Gemini app·Aug 21, 2025
What: Find and revisit past conversations in Gemini. To get started, simply expand your navigation menu and tap the magnifying glass or the “Search for chats” bar. Enter a keyword or phrase, and Gemini will display all relevant conversations. This feature is live globally on web and mobile. Why: This is one of our most highly requested features, and lets you collaborate more seamlessly with Gemini. No matter if you're working on a project from last week or searching for a prompt you crafted a month ago, the search bar helps you find what you need in seconds to keep your momentum going.
Gemini CLI·Aug 18, 2025
Allow combining -p and stdin for prompt input. Show untrusted status in the Footer.
Gemini API·Aug 18, 2025
Released URL context tool to general availability (GA), a tool for providing URLs as additional context to prompts. Support for using URL context with the gemini-2.0-flash model (available during experimental release) will be discontinued in one week.
Gemini CLI·Aug 14, 2025
add hideBanner setting to disable startup banner. add a warning that shows if user uses node -v <20 #2930.
Gemini API·Aug 14, 2025
Released Imagen 4 Ultra, Standard and Fast models as generally available (GA). To learn more, see the Imagen page.
Gemini CLI·Aug 13, 2025
add --approval-mode parameter.
Gemini app·Aug 13, 2025
What: Now you can have a quick, one-off conversation with the Gemini app that won't be saved to your chat history. Our new temporary chat feature is great for when you're exploring private questions or brainstorming an idea that's outside your usual style. To start, select the 'temporary chat' icon next to 'New chat'. This feature will be rolling out over the coming weeks, starting today. Why: With temporary chat, you can have conversations that won't appear in your recent chats or Gemini Apps activity. These chats won't be used to train Google's AI models or personalise your Gemini experience, giving you a clean slate whenever you need one.
Gemini CLI·Aug 12, 2025
Add support for non-recursive file search. Enable /setup-github to always run, and error appropriately.
Gemini API·Aug 7, 2025
allow_adult setting in Image to Video generation are now available in restricted regions.
Gemini CLI·Aug 6, 2025
Gemini app·Aug 6, 2025
What: Dive deeper into your studies by generating unlimited custom quizzes. You can also create flashcards and study guides based on your quiz, or other class materials, for an easy way to review and reinforce your learning. This experience is open to all users over the age of 18. Why: Effective studying is not one-size-fits-all. We want to provide a variety of ways for learners to master the topics they are studying, whether that is sitting down for a long, challenging quiz, quickly reviewing concepts with flashcards, or taking a comprehensive study guide with them on the go.
Gemini CLI·Aug 5, 2025
Gemini CLI·Aug 2, 2025
Gemini app·Aug 1, 2025
What: Starting today, Google AI Ultra subscribers get early, limited access to Gemini 2.5 Deep Think, Gemini's most advanced reasoning mode. Deep Think is capable of thinking for longer and generating multiple parallel streams of thought simultaneously – much like how humans brainstorm to tackle complex problems – making it excel at iterative development and design, scientific and mathematical research and coding. Try it next time you need more brain power for your most complex tasks, especially those requiring creativity, strategic planning and step-by-step improvements. Select 2.5 Pro from the model drop-down and 'Deep Think' will appear in the prompt bar. Submit your task with Deep Think enabled and Gemini will let you know when your response is ready – generally in a few minutes. Why: We're committed to bringing Google's latest AI innovations faster to Google AI Ultra users, including our most powerful reasoning capabilities to help you tackle even the most complex problems.
Gemini API·Jul 31, 2025
Launched image-to-video generation for the Veo 3 Preview model. Released Veo 3 Fast Preview model. To learn more about Veo 3, visit the Veo page.
Gemini CLI·Jul 30, 2025
Gemini CLI·Jul 25, 2025
Gemini API·Jul 22, 2025
Released gemini-2.5-flash-lite, our fast, low-cost, high-performance Gemini 2.5 model. To learn more, see Gemini 2.5 Flash-Lite.
Gemini CLI·Jul 19, 2025
Gemini API·Jul 17, 2025
Launched veo-3.0-generate-preview, the latest update to Veo introducing video with audio generation. To learn more about Veo 3, visit the Veo page. Increased rate limits for Imagen 4 Standard and Ultra. Visit the Rate limits page for more details.
Gemini app·Jul 15, 2025
What: The new Productivity Planner Gem seamlessly brings together information from your favorite productivity apps like Gmail, Calendar, and Drive to help you stay organized. Whether it's getting an overview of your urgent emails or your calendar events for the week, this premade Gem gives you useful context to start your day and prioritize your most important tasks. Get started by asking it to summarize your key projects for the week, create a daily work brief, or recommend action items to focus on. Availability: The Gem is available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, as well as qualifying Google Workspace Business and Education plans. Google Workspace Apps must be enabled for all users to access the Gem. Why: Productivity Planner Gem helps you save time by connecting to your Workspace apps like Gmail, Calendar and Drive to deliver insights right when you need them. Schedule updates so you can prompt less while staying informed on the things that matter most to you.
Gemini API·Jul 14, 2025
Released gemini-embedding-001, the stable version of our text embedding model. To learn more, see embeddings. The gemini-embedding-exp-03-07 model will be deprecated on August 14, 2025.