Google Expands AI Plus Subscription to US and 35 Countries

Google announced on Tuesday the global expansion of its affordable Google AI Plus subscription plan, making it available in the United States and 35 additional countries and territories where the company's AI services are offered. Priced at $7.99 per month in the U.S., the plan provides enhanced access to advanced AI tools for users seeking an entry-level upgrade beyond free offerings.

The rollout follows initial launches in emerging markets, starting with Indonesia in September and extending to dozens of other regions. This expansion completes availability across all supported markets, aiming to broaden access to Google's AI ecosystem for a wider audience. In the U.S., the plan introduces a cost-effective option at less than half the price of the Google AI Pro subscription, which costs $19.99 monthly and includes more extensive features and 2TB of storage.

Google AI Plus bundles several key AI capabilities with practical benefits. Subscribers gain priority access to the Gemini 3 Pro model and Nano Banana Pro for image generation within the Gemini app, along with Deep Research tools for in-depth analysis. The plan also unlocks enhanced features in Flow, Google's AI filmmaking...