Google surprises with free access to experimental Gemini 2.5 Pro

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In an unexpected move, Google is now rolling out its newest and "most intelligent" AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro (experimental), to all free Gemini app and website users. This comes just days after its announcement as a premium feature for Gemini Advanced.

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Android users can now swap Gemini for other AI assistants, starting with ChatGPT

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Android users seeking alternatives to Google's Gemini assistant now have the option to set other artificial intelligence chatbots as their default. The latest beta version of ChatGPT allows users to replace Gemini, providing a new level of customization.

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Gemini's document upload feature now free for all users

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Google Gemini users can now upload and analyze documents and spreadsheets without a Gemini Advanced subscription. Previously, this feature, which allows users to get answers, generate summaries, and create charts from uploaded files, was exclusive to paying subscribers.

Reports on Reddit confirm the rollout, with users now able to upload various file types, including text, code, documents (including PDFs and Google Docs), and spreadsheets (including Google Sheets).

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Gemini App gets speed boost with Gemini 2.0 Flash

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The Gemini app just got a whole lot faster. Google has rolled out Gemini 2.0 Flash, a new model promising quicker responses and improved performance across various benchmarks. You can expect a smoother experience when brainstorming, learning, or writing, making Gemini an even more helpful tool for everyday tasks.  

While all users benefit from 2.0 Flash, Gemini Advanced subscribers retain access to the powerful 1M token context window, enabling them to upload and process up to 1,500 pages of files. They also continue to enjoy priority access to features like Deep Research and Gems.  

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