In November, Google launched Nano Banana Pro, an upgraded version of its popular tool for creating AI-generated images.

Now it is clear that Google is working on Nano Banana 2 Flash, a slightly less powerful model that can generate realistic images at lightning speed.

While the Nano Banana Pro is based on the Gemini 3 Pro, the Nano Banana 2 Flash is based on the Gemini 3 Flash, Bleeping Computer reports.

Considering the fierce competition in the segment, the live version of Nano Banana 2 Flash is likely to be launched before the end of the quarter.

This article originally appeared on ComputerSweden.

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