Google Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview Released Ahead of Google I/O 2025
Google has officially launched the Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview, an upgraded AI model designed to enhance coding, app development, and AI integration tasks. Released just ahead of the Google I/O 2025 developer conference, this latest version is already being called the best coding model yet by Google. Developers can now explore the new features of Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview through Google AI Studio and Vertex AI’s Gemini API.
Why Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview is a Game-Changer for Developers
According to Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, the Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview model takes AI coding assistance to the next level. It now supports the creation of interactive web apps from a simple prompt, allowing developers to build and deploy apps faster than ever. The upgraded model includes major improvements in code editing, code transformation, and complex agentic workflows, making it more powerful and efficient than previous versions.
Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview Features: What’s New?
The Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview AI model introduces several new features based on developer feedback. These include:
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Enhanced support for code transformation and debugging
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Smarter, context-aware code editing capabilities
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Advanced agentic workflows that manage multi-step development tasks
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Real-time app generation based on user prompts
These new additions are designed to streamline software development, helping both beginners and experienced developers save time and increase productivity.
How to Access Google Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview
Developers can access the Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview model using Google AI Studio or via Vertex AI’s Gemini API. Google has also updated the Gemini app to support this model, enabling users to create interactive apps by simply entering a text prompt. This makes Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview a powerful tool for quick app prototyping, testing, and deployment.
Why Google Released Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview Early
Tulsi Dosi, Senior Director of Product Management at Google, revealed that the model was initially scheduled for release during Google I/O 2025. However, due to overwhelming demand from developers, Google decided to make the Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview available earlier. This early release is expected to accelerate AI adoption among developers and enterprises.