Google's controversial AI changes are the reason why Gemini isn't worth recommending anymore
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Google has shifted Gemini from a fixed daily request system to a compute-based usage model with five-hour and weekly caps, mirroring restrictions Anthropic introduced for Claude in 2025. AI Pro subscribers also lost their 1,000 monthly AI credits, which are now sold separately as an overage mechanism. The author argues that Gemini's subscription no longer offers compelling value compared to Claude or ChatGPT, citing forced AI integrations across Google products (Maps, Drive, Docs, Calendar, Chrome, even Samsung fridges) that feel bolted-on rather than genuinely useful. NotebookLM is highlighted as the one standout Google AI product, but the overall verdict is that other AI subscriptions deliver better value for the same $20/month.
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Compute-based usage limits are a downgrade dressed up as an upgradePro subscribers also lost their 1,000 monthly AI credits in the processSome of Google's AI additions just feel... pointlessOther AI subscriptions get you better value for your moneySort: