Google’s hot new image model — nicknamed Nano Banana — is no longer limited to the Gemini app. The company has made the Gemini 2.5 Flash Image model available on X (formerly Twitter), letting users request image generation and edits by tagging the official Nano Banana account. That means you can now create or transform images on the social platform using simple, natural-language prompts.
What Nano Banana (Gemini 2.5 Flash Image) does
Nano Banana is built to edit and generate photorealistic images while keeping characters and visual details consistent across multiple edits and generations. It excels at tasks like blending multiple photos, changing clothing or backgrounds, and producing repeatable character likenesses — features that made it stand out in recent benchmarks.
Why the move to X matters
Bringing Nano Banana to X opens image generation to a huge, real-time audience. Users can tag @NanoBanana on X in a post or reply, attach one or more images, and ask for edits or entirely new images. This lowers the barrier to entry: no need to switch apps to try the model. The rollout on X follows the Gemini app’s viral success and signals Google’s intent to make image AI more conversational and social.
Early usage and impact
Google’s internal metrics and executive posts indicate massive early adoption. The company reported millions of new Gemini users after the Nano Banana release, and Google staff noted that the tool has already been used to edit hundreds of millions of images since the update — a rapid uptake that strained infrastructure and highlighted demand.
Safety & provenance
Google says Gemini-powered images include provenance measures (SynthID) and visible indicators where applicable to distinguish AI-generated visuals. That’s part of Google’s stated approach to responsible deployment while scaling up access to powerful image models.
How to try it on X (quick steps)
- Upload one or more images (if you’re asking for edits).
- Tag @NanoBanana and write a clear prompt.
- Wait for the model to reply with generated or edited images in a thread.
FAQs
What is Nano Banana?
Ans. Nano Banana is the community nickname for Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash Image model — a powerful image generation and editing model.
Can I use Nano Banana on X right now?
Ans. Yes—Google has made the model available on X; tag the official Nano Banana account to generate or edit images.
Is there a usage cost?
Ans. Nano Banana use via the Gemini app is free for many users; X-based interactions follow the platform’s rules — check official posts for any rate or usage limits.
Does Nano Banana preserve subject identity across edits?
Ans. Yes. One of its strengths is maintaining consistent characters and likenesses over multiple edits.
How does Google handle AI-generated image attribution?
Ans. Google uses provenance tools to indicate AI generation and help address attribution concerns.
