Google updates lightweight Gemini models, but flagship still delayed

SAN FRANCISCO, July 21 : Alphabet’s Google on Tuesday released a trio of cheaper versions of its Gemini AI model, but shared no timing updates for the flagship Pro model that has already seen its launch delayed by several weeks.The new model lineup includes Gemini 3.6 Flash and Gemini 3.5 Flash-Lite, updated versions of its lightweight offerings, designed for use cases that do not require the most cutting-edge technology. Google also unveiled a new lightweight variant, Gemini 3.5 Flash Cyber, which is tailored towards cybersecurity applications.But all eyes have been on the launch of Gemini 3.5 Pro, the top-tier version of the model, which Wall Street is waiting for as an indicator of whether Google’s DeepMind AI lab is able to keep pace with Anthropic and OpenAI.Gemini 3.5 Pro was origina