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Chrome secretly ships a 4GB on-device AI model named Gemini Nano to select devices
technology5 days ago

Chrome secretly ships a 4GB on-device AI model named Gemini Nano to select devices

Reports say Google Chrome may have quietly downloaded a 4GB on-device AI model called Gemini Nano to some devices without user permission. The model runs locally, assessing tasks like scam-detection and text analysis, and will auto-uninstall if there aren’t enough resources. Users can disable or remove it via Chrome settings or by fully uninstalling Chrome; Mac and Windows steps are provided to check for and delete the model. Privacy concerns and possible legal implications are noted, with Google saying users can turn off or remove the feature if needed.

via CNET|
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Chrome quietly ships 4GB on-device AI model Gemini Nano, prompting privacy concerns
technology13 days ago

Chrome quietly ships 4GB on-device AI model Gemini Nano, prompting privacy concerns

Google Chrome reportedly rolled out a 4GB on-device AI model called Gemini Nano to eligible desktops between late April and early May 2026 without user consent or a prompt. The model runs locally (not via Google servers) and can be removed by toggling off On-device AI or uninstalling Chrome, with specific steps for Mac and Windows to detect and delete the files. Google says the model will auto-uninstall if resources are insufficient and has introduced a setting to disable or remove it; privacy advocates warn the rollout could violate GDPR and raise concerns about transparency and user control.

via CNET|
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Chrome secretly installs a 4GB on-device AI model—here’s how to reclaim disk space
technology15 days ago

Chrome secretly installs a 4GB on-device AI model—here’s how to reclaim disk space

Chrome has been quietly downloading a 4GB on-device AI model file named weights.bin to power Gemini Nano features, often after Chrome 148.0.7778.97, without user consent. To check on macOS, go to ~/Library/Application Support/Google/Chrome/Default/OptGuideOnDeviceModel/weights.bin and verify its size. To remove it permanently, disable On-device AI in Chrome Settings > System (this also stops future downloads); if the toggle isn’t present yet, use chrome://flags to disable AI-related flags and manually delete weights.bin. If you’re uncomfortable with this, consider switching to another browser.

via MacRumors|
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Windows 11 adds a registry guard to stop Chrome’s 4GB AI model
technology19 days ago

Windows 11 adds a registry guard to stop Chrome’s 4GB AI model

Windows 11 introduces a registry policy called GenAILocalFoundationalModelSettings that lets admins block Google Chrome (and Edge) from automatically downloading the 4GB Gemini Nano on‑device AI model. Set GenAILocalFoundationalModelSettings to 1 under HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge and HKLM\SOFTWARE\Policies\Google\Chrome to block the model (0 allows it). The policy supports dynamic refresh, works for Windows 11 Pro via Group Policy or registry edits, and is also available on macOS (not on iOS).

via Windows Central|
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Chrome Quietly Ships a 4GB On-Device AI Model Without Explicit Consent
technology19 days ago

Chrome Quietly Ships a 4GB On-Device AI Model Without Explicit Consent

Chrome quietly downloads a 4GB Gemini Nano model to support on-device AI features (the file is weights.bin in the OptGuideOnDeviceModel folder) when you opt in, without clear notification; you can disable On-device AI in Chrome Settings to reclaim space, and Google says the model will auto-uninstall if storage is low, with a recent option to turn off or remove it.

via PCMag|
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Chrome's hidden 4GB AI model stash prompts consent questions
computing20 days ago

Chrome's hidden 4GB AI model stash prompts consent questions

A 4GB file named weights.bin has surfaced in Chrome folders, tied to Gemini Nano on-device AI that runs features like autofill and text summaries; Google says the model is downloaded to keep on-device features ready and has added an opt-out, but concerns remain about transparency and consent as users may not be clearly informed of the storage impact. Deleting it may not be permanent if related AI features stay enabled.

via Tom's Guide|
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Chrome Quietly Stores 4GB On-Device AI Model, Researcher Warns
technology21 days ago

Chrome Quietly Stores 4GB On-Device AI Model, Researcher Warns

A security researcher says Google Chrome secretly stores about 4GB of an on-device Gemini Nano AI model on users’ devices (in a folder called OptGuideOnDeviceModel) without requesting consent. Google claims the on-device model powers security features and can be turned off or removed in Chrome settings, with automatic uninstall if resources are low; some users may still see re-downloads if they haven’t fully disabled it. Users can check chrome://on-device-internals to verify presence and chrome://flags or system settings to disable the feature.

via Gizmodo|
#gemini-nano#google-chrome#on-device-ai
Chrome’s Local AI Files May Gobble 4GB of Disk Space
technology22 days ago

Chrome’s Local AI Files May Gobble 4GB of Disk Space

Google Chrome’s built-in Gemini Nano AI features can download a 4GB weights.bin on-device model file into the browser, stored in the OptGuideOnDeviceModel directory. If those On-Device AI features are enabled, the file may re-download and isn’t easily removed just by deleting it, so users must disable On-Device AI in Settings > System to stop future downloads. Google notes the size can vary with updates, and clearer disclosure or an option to use cloud-based models could have avoided confusion.

via The Verge|
#chrome#gemini-nano#on-device-ai
Gemini Nano Update Nears Release for Google Pixel 8 and 8a
technology2 years ago

Gemini Nano Update Nears Release for Google Pixel 8 and 8a

An Android AICore update is rolling out to the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8a, enabling on-device GenAl features through Gemini Nano. The update, which appears in Developer options, requires overnight charging and Wi-Fi for full functionality. Initially limited by RAM, Gemini Nano is now available on more devices, including the base Galaxy S24, and powers features like Summarize in Pixel Recorder and Gboard Smart Reply.

via 9to5Google|
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"Google Addresses RAM Concerns for Local AI on Pixel 8 with Gemini Nano Rollout"
technology2 years ago

"Google Addresses RAM Concerns for Local AI on Pixel 8 with Gemini Nano Rollout"

Google's Gemini Nano AI model, previously unavailable on the Pixel 8 due to RAM limitations, will now be offered as a developer option in the next software update. The company aims to have AI features like smart reply "RAM resident," permanently occupying memory for instant access. However, enabling Gemini Nano may impact system performance, raising questions about the trade-off for users.

via TechSpot|
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"Google Overcomes RAM Issues for On-Device AI on Pixel 8"
technology2 years ago

"Google Overcomes RAM Issues for On-Device AI on Pixel 8"

Google's latest AI model, Gemini Nano, is causing concerns due to its significant RAM usage, leading to limitations on certain devices such as the smaller Pixel 8. While the Pixel 8 Pro with 12GB of RAM will have access to Gemini Nano as a user-facing feature, the Pixel 8 will only be able to access it as a developer option due to its 8GB of RAM. Google aims to keep AI models "RAM-resident" for features like smart reply, but this could lead to trade-offs in system memory. The debate over the necessity of such AI features and their impact on device performance continues.

via Ars Technica|
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"Google's Gemini Nano Confirmed for Regular Pixel 8 Despite Hardware Limitations"
technology2 years ago

"Google's Gemini Nano Confirmed for Regular Pixel 8 Despite Hardware Limitations"

Google has confirmed that the Gemini Nano on-device AI model will be available to all Pixel 8 users through Developer Options, enabling features such as Smart Reply in Gboard and summaries in the Recorder app. This comes after initial concerns about hardware limitations, with the AI model set to be included in the next Pixel Feature Drop as a developer preview.

via Android Authority|
#ai#developer-preview#gemini-nano