Google introduces a faster, cheaper image generator with Nano Banana 2 Lite

Google is updating its image generation tools with Nano Banana 2 Lite, designed to produce images faster and at lower cost. The move makes the company’s AI creative tools more practical for creators generating content at scale.

Lower-cost image generation could accelerate adoption among marketers, designers, and independent creators who need high output volumes. The update reflects a broader trend toward AI media tools becoming cheaper, faster, and more integrated into everyday creative workflows.