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Google Developers (Google I/O) · May 22, 2026 · Product Launches

Google launches Gemini 3.5 Flash, its most capable model yet, surpassing 3.1 Pro on benchmarks

“3.5 Flash, the most capable model ever that we've shipped.”

Google announced Gemini 3.5 Flash at Google I/O, positioning it as their best model to date, outperforming Gemini 3.1 Pro on most benchmarks. The model shows particular strength in tool use, long-running coding tasks, and productivity scenarios, with a performance-speed balance suited for iterative development. It is available via API, AI Studio, and is now powering both developer and consumer experiences including the Gemini app and AI mode.

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