The popular Nano Banana AI photo editor, developed by Google Gemini, has officially launched on WhatsApp through AI startup Perplexity, co-founded by Aravind Srinivas. This trend, which has gained significant traction on social media in recent weeks, is now more accessible. Perplexity has announced that it has incorporated Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash engine into its WhatsApp bot, allowing users to make high-quality edits directly on the Meta-owned messaging platform. Srinivas shared the news on X, generating enthusiasm among both AI enthusiasts and casual users. To use Nano Banana on WhatsApp, follow these steps: 1. Open WhatsApp and start a chat with Perplexity’s bot at +1 (833) 436-3285. 2. After connecting, send any image along with a detailed text prompt. 3.
The AI will create creative edits, including popular saree transformations and cinematic 4K retro portraits, similar to what is available on Google’s applications. Perplexity also indicated that Nano Banana performs optimally with specific prompts, enhancing the accuracy and visual appeal of the results. Regarding costs, Perplexity has not clarified whether using Nano Banana on WhatsApp is free. However, it is common for Google to provide some free access to its AI services, with premium users enjoying extended features. India has emerged as the largest market for Nano Banana, with the Gemini app frequently leading download charts on both the Apple App Store and Google Play.
By introducing this feature on WhatsApp, which is the most popular messaging platform in India, Perplexity is likely to see an even greater surge in interest. Additionally, the Perplexity WhatsApp bot is not limited to Nano Banana; it can assist with various AI-driven tasks, similar to the standalone Perplexity app. This launch positions WhatsApp as a new center for viral AI creativity, enabling millions to engage with the Nano Banana trend effortlessly.