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Google Gemini 4 Argon Launches with Subscription Restrictions

Google Gemini 4 Argon Launches with Subscription Restrictions

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ThreatCluster •October 13, 2026 at 22:06 UTC
  • •Gemini 4 Argon is available only to AI-Pro and AI-Ultra subscribers.
  • •AI-Plus subscribers will lose access to Gemini-Pro models.
  • •The new model aims to enhance performance in cybersecurity and other complex tasks.

On October 13, 2026, Google launched its new AI model, Gemini 4 Argon, but access is limited to AI-Pro and AI-Ultra subscribers. Users on the AI-Plus plan will no longer have access to Gemini-Pro models, and those without subscriptions can only access Flash-Lite models. The AI-Pro subscription costs €21.99 per month, while the AI-Ultra plan starts at €99.99. Gemini 4 Argon is designed to handle complex tasks in fields such as finance, law, cybersecurity, and programming. Google aims to compete with models from Anthropic and OpenAI, which have gained significant attention recently. The new model is expected to provide more direct answers and adhere better to style guidelines than previous versions. Pricing for the Gemini API will increase after November 30, 2026, with charges for input and output tokens set to rise.

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2026-10-09
Access restrictions updated
Google announced that AI-Plus subscribers would lose access to Gemini-Pro models, limiting them to Flash-Lite models.
Heise.de
2026-10-13
Gemini 4 Argon launched
Google released its new AI model, Gemini 4 Argon, with limited access based on subscription tiers.
Spiegel.De

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Who can access Gemini 4 Argon?
Only users with AI-Pro or AI-Ultra subscriptions can access Gemini 4 Argon.
What happened to AI-Plus subscribers?
AI-Plus subscribers will no longer have access to Gemini-Pro models and are limited to Flash-Lite models.
What are the pricing details for subscriptions?
AI-Pro subscriptions cost €21.99 per month, while AI-Ultra starts at €99.99.