Gemini’s Nano Banana Gets Smarter: From Chat to Lens, AI Just Got an Upgrade

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Google’s Nano Banana image-generation tool, powered by Gemini 2.5 Flash, is now available in AI Mode on Search and Google Lens. Users can create and edit images directly from their camera or search interface, unlocking new creative possibilities. The expansion brings faster access, intuitive controls, and broader use cases for Android users.

Gemini’s Nano Banana Now in Lens and AI Mode: What You Can Do With It

Google has expanded its popular image-generation feature, Nano Banana, beyond the Gemini app. As of October 2025, the tool is now integrated into AI Mode in Search and Google Lens, allowing users to generate, edit, and customize images directly from their mobile interface. This rollout is part of Google’s broader push to make AI creativity tools more accessible and intuitive.

Key Highlights from the Expansion:

New Access Points in AI Mode

In Search’s AI Mode, users will now see a “plus” icon in the bottom-left corner of the prompt box.

Tapping it reveals options to open the Gallery, Camera, or Create Images—marked with a banana icon to indicate Nano Banana functionality.

Google Lens Integration

Nano Banana is now embedded in Google Lens, enabling users to generate or modify images based on what they see through their camera.

This allows real-time augmentation of visual content, such as adding elements to a scene or transforming objects.

Powered by Gemini 2.5 Flash

The tool uses Gemini’s 2.5 Flash model, known for its speed and realism in image generation.

All generated images include a subtle Gemini watermark for transparency and attribution.

Creative Use Cases

Users can describe an image to generate it from scratch, or upload an existing photo to edit it.

Common use cases include creating social media visuals, customizing backgrounds, and generating illustrations for storytelling or presentations.

Voice Input and UI Enhancements

The update supports voice prompts, making it easier to describe desired images.

The interface has been streamlined for quicker access and smoother transitions between tools.

Availability and Rollout

Currently available to Android users in the U.S. who have opted into Search Labs AI Mode.

A wider rollout to iOS and international markets is expected soon.

With Nano Banana now integrated into core Google tools, users can tap into AI-powered creativity wherever they are—no design skills required.

Sources: 9to5Google, Business Standard, Indian Express

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