TechCrunch Industry News Google releases Nano Banana Pro, its latest image generation model; and another fire broke out at aluminum plant that supplies Ford
Nov 20, 2025
Google has launched its upgraded image generation model, the Nano Banana Pro, boasting impressive features like enhanced editing, higher resolutions, and accurate text rendering. It also offers professional controls for camera settings and lighting, along with subscription access through the Gemini app. Meanwhile, a significant fire at the Novelis aluminum plant in Oswego raises concerns for Ford's production, following multiple incidents that have already impacted the automaker. Tune in to learn more about these cutting-edge developments and their implications.
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Google's Higher-Fidelity Image Model
- Google released Nano Banana Pro built on Gemini 3 with higher-resolution and editing abilities for professionals.
- The model supports 2K/4K outputs, advanced control over camera and lighting, and improved text rendering.
Try The Demo And Use Developer Tools
- Try Nano Banana Pro via Google's Gemini app or the demo to access advanced image capabilities before integrating it into workflows.
- Developers can tap the model through the Gemini API, Google AI Studio, and Antigravity IDE for production use.
Built-In Provenance And Future Verification
- Google is embedding SynthID watermarking and detection into the Gemini app for AI image provenance.
- Over time, support for C2PA content credential detection will be added for further verification.