Google launches Nano Banana 2 model with faster image generation

Core Insights - The company has launched Nano Banana 2, an advanced image generation model that produces more realistic images than its predecessor, Nano Banana [1][2] - Nano Banana 2 will be the default model in the Gemini app and will also be integrated into Google's video editing tool, Flow, and Google Search results [7][8] Group 1: Model Features - Nano Banana 2 can generate images with resolutions ranging from 512px to 4K and supports various aspect ratios [2] - The model maintains character consistency for up to five characters and fidelity for up to 14 objects in a single workflow, enhancing storytelling capabilities [5] - Users can issue complex requests with detailed nuances, resulting in images with vibrant lighting, richer textures, and sharper details [5] Group 2: Availability and Integration - The new model will be the default for image generation across all applications in the Gemini app and will be available in preview through the Gemini API, Gemini CLI, and Vertex API [7][14] - Subscribers to Google's higher-end plans, Google AI Pro and Ultra, can still use Nano Banana Pro for specialized tasks [8] Group 3: Image Verification - All images generated by Nano Banana 2 will feature a SynthID watermark, indicating they are AI-generated [15] - The images will also be compatible with C2PA Content Credentials, a standard developed by an industry consortium including Adobe, Microsoft, Google, OpenAI, and Meta [15]