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

Google restructures Gemini access, limiting free users to the Flash‑Lite model while reserving Flash and Pro for paid tiers. The change precedes the launch of the more demanding Gemini 4 Argon, signaling a shift toward monetized, higher‑capacity AI services. Developers must plan for reduced free capacity and potential API cost increases.

The Decoder·Oct 4, 2026

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