A new report indicates Google is scaling back its Pixel Studio app, removing key generative AI features to steer users toward its Nano Banana image generator in the Gemini app. The recent update reportedly strips Pixel Studio of abilities like prompt-based editing, sticker creation, and object removal.
Google confirmed the changes, stating it will redirect users seeking AI tools to Nano Banana while maintaining other editing functions in Pixel Studio. This move follows the launch of Nano Banana 2, Google's new default image generation model offering high-quality outputs at speed for all Gemini users.
The shift suggests Google is consolidating its generative AI efforts within the Gemini ecosystem rather than splitting features across multiple apps. The company aims to build on the success of Nano Banana, which has attracted millions of users within Gemini.