Gemini Apps model access changes in October; AI Plus timing comes by email
Google's support page says Gemini Apps model availability will change for personal accounts starting in October 2026. Changes begin October 9 for users without an AI subscription; AI Plus subscribers will receive their effective date by email.
SessionWatcher editorial · Published · Updated · Source announcement: 2026-10-05
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October rollout has different timing by plan
Google's support page now states that model availability in Gemini Apps will change for personal accounts starting in October 2026. For users without an AI subscription, the changes start taking effect on October 9.
AI Plus subscribers should receive an email explaining when the changes take effect for them. The page does not give a single effective date for all AI Plus subscribers.
Effort settings also affect usage
The page says users can select low, medium or high effort for each available model. It warns that increasing effort also uses more of the user's limit.
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