The topic What Gemini features you get with Google AI Plus, Pro, & Ultra [May 2026] is currently the subject of lively discussion — readers and analysts are keeping a close eye on developments.
This is taking place in a dynamic environment: companies’ decisions and competitors’ reactions can quickly change the picture.
To get more out of Gemini-powered features in first-party apps, Google offers AI Plus, AI Pro, and AI Ultra subscriptions. At I/O 2026 in May, the plans got updated usage limits.
Instead of a set number of daily prompts, the Gemini app now has “compute-based usage limits that will refresh every 5 hours until you reach your weekly limit.”
Calculation of your usage will factor in the complexity of your prompt, the features you use, and the length of your chat.
Google explains how “premium models and features require more usage and may cause you to reach your limit faster.” This includes the Pro model, Extended thinking, Deep Think, as well as media generation and Deep Research.
Free users in the US now have access to “Pro” for “Advanced thinking and generative layouts.” There are daily usage limits, with Gemini 3.5 Flash now powering the “Auto” model. Similarly, those in the US have access to Create Images Pro (Nano Banana Pro).
AI Overviews deliver a big upgrade to Gmail search that generates an immediate answer to save you from having to open individual emails.
Proofread when composing messages offers advanced grammar, tone, and style checks.
The Gemini side panel and other inline features are available in: Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, and Chat.
Google Home Premium Standard was previously Nest Aware and an additional $10/month. You get:
Google Home Premium Advanced can be purchased for $10 more as an add-on.
This can be used for Gmail, Drive, and Photos. The unexpected increase from 2 TB was announced on April 1.