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The trend has even inspired users to experiment with different styles, like turning characters into retro video game art or 3D holograms
These miniature collectibles, which resemble toy store figures, are created by artificial intelligence within seconds. (Image via X/@GeminiApp)
The internet is buzzing about the latest viral trend, Nano Bananas. This new craze allows users to turn photos into small, highly realistic 3D figurines using Google’s AI tool, Gemini 2.5 Flash Image.
These miniature collectibles, which resemble toy store figures, are created by artificial intelligence within seconds.
So, what exactly is a Nano Banana?
Simply put, they are small digital figurines, often cartoon-like yet highly detailed, generated from your photos. The community gave them the quirky name “Nano Bananas” as these cute collectibles began popping up all over social media like Instagram, TikTok, and X. People are making everything from pets and celebrities to themselves and fictional characters into these tiny 3D toys.
Your miniature schnauzer just got even more mini.Upload an image and prompt “turn my pet into a plastic action figure next to its packaging” and Nano Banana will handle the rest.
Share your results below ⬇️
— Google Gemini App (@GeminiApp) September 10, 2025
The big reason this trend exploded is its simplicity and creativity. No fancy software or expensive equipment is needed—just a photo, a short text prompt, and the Gemini app.
It’s free and open to all, making 3D art accessible to everyone, from casual users to serious creators.
How to make your own Nano Banana?
- Open Google Gemini – Head to the Gemini app or visit gemini.google.com to get started.
- Upload your photo – Choose a clear picture of the person, pet, or object you want to transform.
- Use the special prompt – Copy and paste this example prompt into Gemini: “Create a 1/7 scale commercialized figurine of the characters in the picture, in a realistic style, in a real environment. The figurine is placed on a computer desk. The figurine has a round transparent acrylic base, with no text on the base. The content on the computer screen is a 3D modeling process of this figurine. Next to the computer screen is a toy packaging box, designed in a style reminiscent of high-quality collectible figures, printed with original artwork. The packaging features two-dimensional flat illustrations.”
- Generate your figurine – Click “Generate” and watch as your photo transforms into a lifelike 3D model. You can tweak the prompt to change poses, clothes, or backgrounds.
From photo to figurine style in just one prompt.People are having fun turning their photos into images of custom miniature figures, thanks to nano-banana in Gemini. Try a pic of yourself, a cool nature shot, a family photo, or a shot of your pup.
Here’s how to make your own 🧵 pic.twitter.com/e3s1jrlbdT
— Google Gemini App (@GeminiApp) September 1, 2025
The trend has even inspired users to experiment with different styles, like turning characters into retro video game art or 3D holograms. It’s easy, creative, and the results look amazing.
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