What you need to know
In a recent communication to its Google AI Plus subscribers, the tech giant has announced a significant shift in access to its Gemini Pro models. Starting November 13, 2026, users on the monthly plan will find themselves unable to select Pro models within both the Gemini app and AI Mode in Google Search.
- Subscribers will retain access to Flash models, ensuring that the service remains functional for basic tasks.
- To continue utilizing the advanced capabilities of Gemini’s Pro models, users will need to upgrade to the Google AI Pro subscription, which is priced at per month.
This change marks a notable increase in cost for those who have enjoyed the benefits of the Pro models at a fraction of the price. The current Google AI Plus plan, which offers a robust 400GB of cloud storage alongside access to cutting-edge Gemini models, will no longer include the Pro features that many users have come to rely on for more intricate tasks, such as complex reasoning and research.
While the transition to the higher-tier Google AI Pro subscription does come with additional perks—such as YouTube Premium Lite, Google Home Premium, Google Health Premium, and expanded cloud storage options—the reality remains that users will now face a fourfold increase in their monthly expenditure to maintain the same level of service they previously enjoyed.
As the landscape of AI services continues to evolve, subscribers will need to weigh the benefits of these advanced features against the new pricing structure, determining what best fits their needs in this shifting digital environment.
