Nano Banana
Gemini 2.5 Flash Image (codenamed 'Nano Banana') went viral for conversationally editing images while preserving character identity across iterations. Change expressions, outfits, or scenes without losing the subject — a capability that Midjourney and Stable Diffusion still struggle with. Free in the Gemini app; API access for devs through Google AI Studio.
AI ToolFree Tier: Unlimited in Gemini app (free tier); Google AI Studio API credits for devsCompany: Google DeepMindCategory: Creative AIQuick Start: Visit gemini.google.com → upload an image → ask 'change the background to a beach' or 'make them smiling' → iterate with follow-up edits that stay consistentVisit Nano Banana