Google has introduced a new feature in its Gemini application called “Nano Banana,” allowing users to create 3D figurines from photos and simple text prompts. This trend has rapidly gained popularity in India, where users, including public figures and celebrities, are sharing their miniature avatars on social media.
The Nano Banana tool generates a glossy, 1/7 scale figurine that resembles high-end collectibles. Users only need to upload a photo and enter a text prompt to create a figurine that can be easily shared online, without any associated costs or technical skills. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has publicly participated in the trend, sharing his own figurine on social media.
The feature has been made available for free to all users of Google Gemini. While many users have expressed delight over the results, some have noted that the auto-generated figurines may struggle with intricate details, particularly when it comes to depicting features like hands accurately.
To create a Nano Banana 3D figurine, users must upload a photo to Google Gemini, provide a specific prompt, and then wait for the tool to generate the figurine image.
- Why it matters:
- The trend may influence customer engagement and marketing strategies as businesses look to integrate similar technologies.
- Users could leverage this tool for personal branding or promotional content through shared 3D images.
- The latest:
- The ‘Nano Banana’ feature is currently accessible for free on the Gemini application.
Source: https://www.livemint.com/news/trends/viral-nano-banana-trend-goes-wrong-as-google-gemini-fails-to-model-user-grandfather-s-hands-11757640342938.html
Source: https://www.livemint.com/news/trends/viral-nano-banana-trend-goes-wrong-as-google-gemini-fails-to-model-user-grandfather-s-hands-11757640342938.html

