Chat / reasoning (most capable)
Gemini Pro
Best for: Complex reasoning, coding, long context
Google’s top model tier with very long context and “thinking”.
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Google (Gemini) models explained
Google’s AI models are built largely by Google DeepMind, headquartered in London. Gemini powers Google’s assistant and Workspace; Gemma is its open-weight family; Imagen, Veo and Lyria cover images, video and music.
All model families
Chat (fast / low cost)
Gemini Flash & Flash-Lite
Best for: Everyday use and high-volume apps
Fast, efficient models; the default in many Google products.
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On-device
Gemini Nano
Best for: AI features that run on Android phones
Runs locally on supported devices for privacy and offline use.
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Open-weight models
Gemma
Best for: Running Google-made models yourself
Open models in several sizes, including small ones for laptops and phones.
Open weights
Image generation
Imagen
Best for: Photorealistic images
Used in Gemini and Google’s creative tools.
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Video generation
Veo
Best for: Realistic video with audio
Google DeepMind’s video model.
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Music generation
Lyria
Best for: Music and soundtracks
Google DeepMind’s music model.
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Model names and versions change often. Check the official documentation for the newest releases.
⚡ Which model should you use?
- Everyday assistant: the Gemini app picks the model.
- Building apps: Flash for most tasks, Pro for the hardest ones.
- Local/offline: Gemma via Ollama or LM Studio.
Data, privacy and your region
US providers offer business and enterprise plans with data-processing agreements, and some offer regional data residency (including in the EU/UK). Check the plan’s data-use and retention settings before sharing sensitive information. Google DeepMind is based in London, UK.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gemini made in the UK?
Gemini is developed by Google DeepMind, which is headquartered in London, together with teams in the US and elsewhere.
What is the difference between Gemini and Gemma?
Gemini models are used through Google’s apps and API; Gemma models are open-weight versions you can download and run yourself.