Google has officially broadened access to Gemini 4 Carbon, its advanced artificial intelligence model. Initially restricted to a select group of cybersecurity professionals, the powerful AI is now available to a wider audience, including developers, businesses, researchers, and individual users through various programs and subscriptions.
Who Can Access Google Gemini 4 Carbon?
Access to Gemini 4 Carbon is tiered, catering to different user groups:
- Individual Users: Can access the model through the Gemini app, AI Mode in Google Search, and Google Antigravity, provided they have a Google AI Ultra subscription.
- Developers and Businesses: Gain paid access via the Gemini API and Google AI Studio. Android application developers can also use it through Android Studio, while enterprise users can utilize Gemini for Business.
- Researchers: Eligible scientists and researchers can apply for six months of free access to Google's advanced AI models through a dedicated research program.
- Cybersecurity Professionals: Can apply for access through Google's Fairwind program, continuing the initial focus on this sector.
What Can Gemini 4 Carbon Do?
Gemini 4 Carbon is engineered to handle complex, multi-step tasks, making it a versatile tool for advanced applications. Its capabilities include:
- Coding: Writing and debugging intricate code.
- Research: Conducting in-depth research and analyzing large volumes of information.
- Cybersecurity: Identifying software vulnerabilities.
Google is also previewing a new feature called /swarm within Google Antigravity. This innovative tool allows users to issue a single instruction, prompting multiple AI agents to collaborate on different project components, such as planning, building, and verifying results.
Gemini 4 Carbon Pricing and Availability
For developers utilizing the Gemini 4 Carbon API, Google has outlined specific pricing structures:
- Introductory Rates (Until November 30, 2026):
- Input tokens: $2 per million
- Output tokens: $10 per million
- Standard Rates (Effective December 1, 2026):
- Input tokens: $4 per million
- Output tokens: $20 per million
During the introductory period, Google is also offering a substantial 95% discount on cached input tokens, providing an incentive for early adoption and experimentation with the new AI model.