Nano-Banana AI Trend Pushes Google Gemini Ahead of ChatGPT on iOS & Android
Google Gemini has overtaken ChatGPT on iOS and Android app rankings, driven by the viral Nano-Banana AI trend that turns photos into 3D figurine-style portraits.
The viral Nano-Banana AI feature on Google Gemini transforms photos into 3D figurine-style portraits, helping the app surpass ChatGPT on iOS and Android rankings.
The prestigious Google Gemini has topped charts in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store courtesy the Nano Banana AI image editing feature's explosive success.
Entering viral fame have been several iterations of the trend: converting mundane pictures to hyper-detailed 3-D figurine-style portraits across platforms.
What Is the Nano Banana AI Trend?
Nano-Banana lets you turn your photo into a fun collectible-type figurine with a fancy acrylic base and a toy-style package. And guess what? It is free in the Google Gemini app for anyone who has a smartphone.
The trend has gained popularity owing to appearances from Bollywood celebrities Sonam Bajwa and filmmaker Rakesh Roshan, alongside political heads like Assam's CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and Goa's CM Pramod Sawant.
Gemini Tops App Rankings
When checked on Monday, Gemini ranked No. 1 in the Top Apps section of both iOS and Android app stores, followed by Threads and ChatGPT.
This marks a shift from earlier this year, when ChatGPT dominated the charts during its own viral Ghibli-style AI image trend.
Google’s Response
Google confirmed that the Nano-Banana feature is free for all Gemini users and encouraged the community to share their creations online. The company has also promised to highlight standout user edits across its platforms.
How to Join the Nano-Banana Trend
Want to try it yourself? Here’s how to create your own 3D figurine using Google Gemini:
- Open the Google Gemini app or Google AI Studio.
- Upload a solo photo (best results with clear, well-lit images).
- Paste a viral prompt (e.g., “Create a 1/7 scale commercialized figurine…”).
- Tap Generate and wait for the 3D model.
- Refine or re-edit until you’re satisfied.
Final Word
The Nano-Banana AI trend has become more than just a filter—it’s a global creative wave. By overtaking ChatGPT in app rankings, Google Gemini has shown how quickly viral AI tools can reshape the digital landscape.
