An unexpected turning point arrives Google Pixel 8, the Gemini Nano AI model is coming with an upcoming Feature Drop
Google backtracks, in a sensational route changethe Mountain View giant announced that the artificial intelligence model Gemini Nano it will also be available on Google Pixel 8.
Google Pixel 8: arriva Gemini Nano
At the beginning of the month, during an interview on #TheAndroidShow, a Google engineer had categorically excluded the arrival of Gemini Nano on the Pixel 8, citing “hardware limitations“. A few weeks later, Google published a post on Instagram sensationally denying the previous statement and confirming the implementation of Gemini Nano on the Pixel 8.
But what is Gemini Nano?
This is a mobile-optimized version of the AI model Gemini LLM developed by Google. It offers a wide range of advanced features, including:
- Automatically summarize audio recordings in the Google Recorder app
- Smart replies via Gboard keyboard in messaging apps
- Advanced photo and video editing features
- Better search experience with more relevant and contextual suggestions
Google Pixel 8: update with Gemini
Gemini Nano will arrive on Pixel 8 as a “developer preview” in a future Pixel Feature Drop, presumably as early as June 2024 with Android 14 QPR3. Why a developer preview? The smaller endowment of Pixel RAM 8 (8 GB) compared to the Pixel 8 Pro (12 GB) may have pushed Google to this choice. The testing phase will serve to evaluate whether Gemini Nano can work correctly even with 8 GB of RAM.
The implementation of Gemini Nano on the new top represents a significant step forward for the user experience of the device. The advanced features offered by Google's artificial intelligence promise to improve productivitythe creativity and ease of use of the Pixel 8.
Conclusions
The new features offered by Google's artificial intelligence promise to improve the user experience significantly. The developer testing phase will be an important moment to evaluate the real capabilities of Gemini Nano on a device with 8 GB of RAM. If the tests are successful, you can expect Google to bring Gemini Nano to a wide range of smartphones in the future.
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