Google's new Gemini tiers cut free users to its weakest model and lock $5/month subscribers out of Pro

Starting in October 2026, Google will cut free access to its Gemini models. Users without a subscription will only get the smallest model, Flash-Lite, while Flash and Pro will be reserved for paying customers. The move could also set the stage for the more resource-hungry Gemini…

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