Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking

Gemini 3.8 Live Extended Thinking was released on 2026-09-15 by Google DeepMind. Gemini API and AI Studio rollout; private enterprise preview; Gemini Live and eligible Workspace subscribers.

Lab
Google DeepMind
Release date
Status
Generally available

Official announcement. Last checked October 6, 2026. Limits and knowledge cutoff are omitted where this source does not state them.

Modalities
Text, audio and visual input; audio conversation
Availability
Gemini API and AI Studio rollout; private enterprise preview; Gemini Live and eligible Workspace subscribers.
Official source
blog.google
Last checked

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