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Re:Nano Banana 2: Google's latest AI image generation model by vunderba on Thursday February 26, 2026 @11:50AM (#47168585)
I've only had a brief opportunity to try out NB Pro 2 (`gemini-3.1-flash-image-preview`), so I haven't had a chance to update GenAI Showdown.

Here's some of my captions that tend to trip up even state-of-the-art models.

https://mordenstar.com/other/nb-pro-2-tests

So far it does feel more iterative than an entirely new leap in terms of capabilities, but I haven't run it through the more multimodal aspects such as editing existing images.

That being said, it actually managed the King Louie jump rope test which surprised me.

Re:Nano Banana 2: Google's latest AI image generation model by UnknownBanana on Thursday February 26, 2026 @05:43PM (#47173130)
I love your website, art and projects!
Re:Nano Banana 2: Google's latest AI image generation model by vunderba on Thursday February 26, 2026 @08:37PM (#47175186)
Thanks I appreciate it!
Re:Nano Banana 2: Google's latest AI image generation model by dialogbox on Thursday February 26, 2026 @06:46PM (#47174022)
Nice test. Nitpicking. Isn't it NB Pro and NB 2? Not NB Pro 2.
Re:Nano Banana 2: Google's latest AI image generation model by vunderba on Thursday February 26, 2026 @06:48PM (#47174044)
You're totally right. THROW THE WHOLE THING OUT!

Seriously thanks - will update the site.