Non-paying Gemini users can now play around with Google’s newest model, the experimental version of Gemini 2.5 Pro.

In a significant move, Google has made its experimental AI model, Gemini 2.5 Pro, available to all users, including non-subscribers. The decision aims to expand user access to what Google describes as its 'most intelligent AI model' to date, enabling users to explore its capabilities without a financial barrier. However, non-subscribers will experience tighter rate limits compared to those on the Gemini Advanced plan. Introduced last week, Gemini 2.5 Pro boasts advanced reasoning capabilities, processing massive amounts of data with its substantial context window and output length. Early users have reported its prowess in complex tasks from software codebase modification to comprehensive data analysis. Despite being overshadowed by a concurrent AI art trend from Studio Ghibli imagery, Gemini 2.5 Pro positions Google competitively in the AI space.Meanwhile, OpenAI made headlines with its ChatGPT's new image generation feature, offering a novel tool to create images directly in the chatbot, but faced challenges with GPU load and user content management. This week also highlighted a shift towards AI augmentation in the workplace and updates from other tech entities such as WhatsApp and Instagram. The juxtaposition of these advancements underscores the rapid evolution in AI, with companies like Google and OpenAI vying for technological leadership. While Gemini 2.5 Pro's release might not have been as flamboyant, its capabilities suggest potential for significant impact, especially in enterprise settings seeking advanced AI solutions. Moreover, its reasoning-oriented design accommodates extensive engagement with multimedia data, setting a new benchmark in processing efficiency and accuracy in AI models.