Is Nano Banana 2 (Gemini 3.1 Flash Image) Down?
Quickest ways to check the current status of gemini.google.com plus recent known issues and working alternatives if it's out.
Last editorial review: 2026-04-16
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About Nano Banana 2 (Gemini 3.1 Flash Image)
Tier A (8.9/10). Google's Gemini 3.1 Flash Image model -- the best-in-class text-in-image renderer, now the default across the Gemini app