Free and Plus Google AI users are losing access to some Gemini models
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Gating the best Gemini models behind higher tiers is another data point that frontier capability is moving firmly into paid, usage-metered territory. If your workflows depend on a specific model, treat free access as a trial, not a contract—budget for upgrades or diversify across providers now.
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