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Tracking 78 Gemini releases · Updated
- Genkit Releases sdkaipreviewengineermedia ·
Genkit Python SDK v0.9.0 adds Agents, reorganizes plugins
The Genkit Python SDK v0.9.0 introduces Agents for stateful, multi-turn AI workflows, alongside a reorganization of its plugins into dedicated PyPI packages. This update improves session persistence, human-in-the-loop capabilities, and observability for developers building AI applications. The changes are available now, with legacy plugins continuing to function but issuing warnings to encourage migration.
feature patch - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkai ·
Python GenAI SDK v2.16.0 adds environment resource, Maps tool support
The Python GenAI SDK has been updated to version 2.16.0, introducing a new environment resource and enhanced support for Google Maps tool grounding types, including places and routing. This release makes it easier for developers to integrate advanced AI capabilities with location-based services. The update also includes documentation for upcoming major version changes and updates for the 2.15.0 release.
feature patch - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkai ·
Google Python GenAI SDK Adds Audio Transcription and Enterprise Mode
The Python GenAI SDK version 2.15.0 introduces support for audio transcription capabilities, allowing for more versatile multimodal interactions. It also enhances enterprise mode by enabling API key authentication alongside project and location configurations. These updates are relevant for developers integrating Google's generative AI models into Python applications, offering expanded functionality for handling audio input and more flexible enterprise deployments.
feature patch - Genkit Releases sdkaimedia ·
Genkit Go v1.11.0 Adds Telemetry, Vertex AI Support, and Claude Models
Genkit Go v1.11.0 introduces telemetry label propagation and enhances support for Vertex AI with multi-region and apiVersion configurations. The release also registers the latest Claude models from Anthropic and fixes issues with media URL handling in prompts and tool role mapping for Gemini. These updates are relevant for developers integrating AI capabilities into their Go applications.
feature patch - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkaipreviewdeprecationengineer ·
Google Generative AI Python SDK v2.14.0 adds audio transcription config
The latest release of the Google Generative AI Python SDK, version 2.14.0, introduces new configurations for audio transcription within the GenerateContent API. This update includes deprecation warnings for certain Imagen and LiveConnect configurations, signaling their upcoming removal in a future major version. The changes primarily affect developers using the SDK for generative AI tasks, particularly those involving audio or migrating from older configurations. Audio transcription configuration is now available, while older methods will be phased out.
feature patch - Genkit Releases sdkaideprecationmedia ·
Genkit Python SDK v0.8.0: Expanded Google AI support, multi-region routing
Genkit Python SDK v0.8.0 introduces expanded model support and multi-region routing for Google GenAI and Vertex AI integrations, along with a modernized plugin packaging architecture. This release impacts Python developers integrating with Google's AI services, offering new capabilities like multimodal embeddings and generative video models. A staged rollout maintains compatibility for most plugins while core and Google GenAI packages are updated, with a clear migration path for the renamed Google GenAI plugin.
feature breaking patch - Genkit Releases sdkaiengineer ·
Genkit v1.40.1: Gemini Tool Role Compatibility Fix
Version 1.40.1 of Genkit resolves an issue where tool roles were not correctly mapped for Gemini compatibility. This update ensures that the 'user' role is properly recognized, which is crucial for developers integrating Genkit with Gemini models. The change is available now as a patch release.
patch - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineer ·
Python GenAI client v2.13.0 adds custom vocabulary and model selection
The Python GenAI client library has been updated to version 2.13.0, introducing a `custom_vocabulary` field for `BidiGenerateContentSetup` and a model selector feature. These enhancements improve customization and control for developers working with generative AI models. The update is available now and impacts users integrating AI capabilities into their Python applications.
feature patch - endoflife.date eolgemini-models ·
Gemini model imagen-4.0-generate-001 reaches end of life in 30 days
Gemini model imagen-4.0-generate-001 reaches end of life on 2026-08-17 (30 days from now).
deprecation - endoflife.date eolgemini-models ·
Gemini model gemini-2.5-flash-lite reaches end of life in 90 days
Gemini model gemini-2.5-flash-lite reaches end of life on 2026-10-16 (90 days from now).
deprecation - endoflife.date eolgemini-models ·
Gemini model gemini-2.5-flash reaches end of life in 90 days
Gemini model gemini-2.5-flash reaches end of life on 2026-10-16 (90 days from now).
deprecation - endoflife.date eolgemini-models ·
Gemini model gemini-2.5-pro reaches end of life in 90 days
Gemini model gemini-2.5-pro reaches end of life on 2026-10-16 (90 days from now).
deprecation - Genkit Releases sdkaiengineer ·
Genkit v1.40.0: New Model Support and Multi-Region
Genkit v1.40.0 introduces new capabilities for developers working with AI models. This release includes support for Claude Sonnet 5 across both Anthropic and Vertex AI plugins, along with multi-region support for Google GenAI. These enhancements improve flexibility and integration options for AI-powered applications built with Genkit.
feature patch - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkaiengineer ·
Google Python GenAI Client Updates for Interaction Normalization
This patch release addresses a bug in the Google Python GenAI client library related to the normalization of Interactions within triggers. The fix ensures that interactions are processed correctly, which is important for the reliable functioning of trigger-based workflows. This update is relevant for developers using the library, especially those implementing custom triggers or advanced interaction handling.
patch - endoflife.date eolgemini-models ·
Gemini model gemini-embedding-001 has reached end of life
Gemini model gemini-embedding-001 reached end of life on 2026-07-14. It no longer receives fixes or security updates — plan the upgrade now.
deprecation - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkaideprecation ·
Python Gemini API Client Updates to v2.9.0-rc0
The Python Gemini API client has released version 2.9.0-rc0, featuring a complete replacement of its interactions implementation with an unchanged public API surface. New features include support for Gemma local tokenizers and exposure of Computer Use API fields. This release also addresses several bugs, including compatibility issues with aiohttp and handling of API keys in websocket URLs.
feature patch - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkai ·
Python GenAI SDK v2.11.0 adds new Gemini API features
The Python GenAI SDK has been updated to version 2.11.0, introducing new features for Gemini Enterprise API integration, including environment configuration and enhanced retrieval capabilities. This release also addresses several bug fixes, such as event loop mismatches and improved interaction handling, benefiting developers using Gemini models. Notably, it refactors how safety settings and labels are exposed, impacting how certain parameters are managed.
feature patch - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkaipreviewdeprecationengineermedia ·
Google GenAI Python SDK v2.9.0: Model updates and API enhancements
The Google GenAI Python SDK has been updated to v2.9.0, replacing the interactions implementation with an unchanged public API surface. Key features include support for new models like gemini-3-flash-preview and Gemma 4, enhanced audio transcription capabilities, and new interaction parameters. These updates benefit developers integrating Gemini models by providing access to the latest AI capabilities and improvements.
feature patch - Gemini Python SDK Releases sdkai ·
Google Python GenAI SDK v2.10.0 adds Agent Platform MCP, video generation, and safety policy controls
Version 2.10.0 of the Google Python GenAI SDK introduces support for Agent Platform MCP in async generate_content_stream, enabling more advanced agent integrations. It also adds parameters for video generation and response formats, alongside new controls for disabling safety policies. These updates benefit developers building AI-powered applications with expanded creative and safety management capabilities.
feature patch - Genkit Releases sdkaipreviewengineermedia ·
Genkit AI v1.39.0: New Agents API, Middleware, and Vercel Integration
Genkit AI v1.39.0 introduces a major overhaul with the removal of the beta Chat API and the introduction of a new, first-class Agents API. This new API offers enhanced capabilities for building multi-turn conversational experiences, including state management, tool integration, persistence, and streaming. The release also includes new middleware for agent orchestration and artifact handling, a Vercel AI SDK adapter for seamless UI integration, and a Firestore session store for enhanced persistence. This update is crucial for developers using Genkit, particularly those building complex conversational agents.
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