Summary
Google launched a new AI tool, the Nano Banana Pro, which creates highly realistic images that are causing people to rethink traditional photography. The difference between AI-generated images and real photos is becoming harder to see, leading to online discussions about the future of photography.
Key Facts
- Google introduced the Nano Banana Pro, an AI tool that produces very realistic images.
- A viral post online compared a traditional AI image with one made by Nano Banana Pro, showing its realism.
- Many people online are concerned that it will be difficult to tell AI images from real photos.
- A University of Waterloo study found only 61% of people could correctly identify AI images.
- Social media users discussed that there are tools to detect AI images, but their use is not widespread.
- Google describes Nano Banana Pro as having advanced image generation and editing abilities.
- There is limited free access to the Nano Banana Pro through the Gemini app, with a full version requiring payment.
- Some online commenters pointed out the potential implications for photographic evidence and visual media.
