Mostly a family name now: the original 3 Pro preview is shut down, and anyone building should look at 3.1 Pro instead.
Kenning's take
What it does
Gemini 3 is Google's model family that began with Gemini 3 Pro in preview and the Deep Think reasoning mode in November 2025. It shipped the same day in the Gemini app, AI Mode in Search, AI Studio, Vertex AI and Google Antigravity. The original 3 Pro preview was shut down in the API in March 2026 and replaced by Gemini 3.1 Pro, while later Flash, Live and TTS releases carry the 3.x name.
- Gemini 3 Pro launched in preview
- Deep Think enhanced reasoning mode
- Same-day launch in AI Mode in Search
- Available in Antigravity, Gemini CLI and third-party coding tools
Who it suits. Anyone using the Gemini app or building on Google's models.
Key facts
- Category
- AI models
- Part of
- Google Gemini
- Made by
- Based in
- United States
- Released
- 18 November 2025
- How to get it
- In the Gemini app, AI Mode in Search and the Gemini API; the original 3 Pro preview is shut down and Gemini 3.1 Pro is its replacement
- Works on
- API, Web
- In the UK
- Yes
- Free plan
- Gemini app has a free tier; API free tier depends on the model
- API price
- Depends on the 3.x model; see the Gemini API pricing page
FAQ
When was Gemini 3 released?
Google launched Gemini 3, starting with Gemini 3 Pro in preview, on 18 November 2025.
Can I still use Gemini 3 Pro?
The gemini-3-pro-preview API model was shut down on 9 March 2026; Google recommends Gemini 3.1 Pro instead.
Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.
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