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Gemini 3.5 Flash Now Available on GitHub Copilot
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Why it matters
- →Gemini 3.5 Flash offers near-Pro coding quality at Flash-tier speed and cost.
- →It enhances AI-assisted coding workflows with strong tool use and fast response times.
- →The model's integration into GitHub Copilot supports multiple popular IDEs, broadening its accessibility.
GitHub has announced the integration of Google's Gemini 3.5 Flash model into its Copilot service. This model aims to deliver near-Pro coding quality with the speed and cost efficiency of Flash-tier models. Initially available to Copilot Pro, Business, and Enterprise users, it supports IDEs like Visual Studio Code and JetBrains. The model is launching with a 14X premium request multiplier, though pricing is subject to change. This development enhances AI-assisted coding by providing a faster and more efficient tool for developers.
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- 1Google I/O 2026: Gemini 3.5 and Omni Unveiled
Google AI Blog · May 20, 2026 · Related
- 2GitHub Copilot App Now Supports Any Model Provider
Matt Wolfe · June 10, 2026 · Related
- 3Gemini 3.7 Flash Now in GitHub Copilot
GitHub Changelog · August 13, 2026 · Same story
- 4Google Launches Gemini 3.8 Flash Model
The Verge AI · September 2, 2026 · Related
- 5Gemini 3.8 Flash now in GitHub Copilot
GitHub Changelog · September 3, 2026 · Same story
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17 developments
- May 15 · Google DeepMind
Google DeepMind Launches Gemini 3.5 Flash Model - May 17 · Google DeepMind
Google DeepMind Launches Gemini for Science↳ Gemini for Science introduces Hypothesis Generation, Computational Discovery, and Literature Insights tools to streamline scientific researc - May 17 · Google DeepMind
Google DeepMind Launches Gemini Omni for Video Creation↳ Google DeepMind launches Gemini Omni for video creation, allowing users to generate and edit videos from mixed inputs via natural language. - May 18 · The AI Daily Brief
Google I/O to Feature Gemini AI Models↳ Google I/O will unveil Gemini Spark and cost-optimized Gemini Flash models. - May 19 · Google AI Blog
Google Unveils Gemini Omni and 3.5 Models - May 19 · Google AI Blog
Google Unveils Gemini 3.5 with Enhanced AI Capabilities - May 19 · WIRED AI
Google Introduces Avatar Feature for AI Video Creation↳ Google Flow adds digital avatar creation powered by Omni Flash, using scans of likeness and voice to produce lifelike videos without physica - May 19 · TechCrunch AI
Google Unveils Gemini Omni for Multimodal Content Creation - May 19 · Google AI Blog
Google AI Launches New Subscription Plans at I/O 2026↳ Google unveils $100/month AI Ultra plan at I/O 2026 offering 5X usage limits, Gemini Spark agent, and 20TB storage. - May 19 · TechCrunch AI
Google Launches Gemini 3.5 Flash for AI Agents - May 19 · The Verge AI
Google I/O 2026: Gemini 3.5 and Omni Models Unveiled - May 19 · GitHub Changelog
Gemini 3.5 Flash Now Available on GitHub Copilot (This article)↳ GitHub integrates Gemini 3.5 Flash into Copilot for Pro, Business, and Enterprise users across VS Code and JetBrains IDEs. - May 19 · WIRED AI
Google I/O 2026: AI Agents and Gemini Updates - May 20 · AI Explained
Google Unveils Gemini 3.5 Flash Model - May 21 · WIRED AI
Google's Gemini App Introduces AI Avatar Tool↳ Google's Gemini app introduces an AI avatar tool using the Omni video model to create digital user likenesses for video content. - May 22 · Matt Wolfe
Google Unveils Gemini 3.5 AI Model - May 23 · Matt Wolfe
Google Unveils Gemini 3.5 Flash Model
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