Gemini Nano Is Actually Coming To Pixel 8 Despite Being Against This Decision In The Start

Despite being the same on a hardware level, the Pixel 8 is not identical to its elder sibling. While many would assume that both phones are similar in every aspect, Google has chosen to limit certain features, such as Gemini Nano, to only the Pro variant. This decision is quite unexpected, especially considering that both phones utilize the same chipset. However, Google has now decided to backtrack on this decision and provide support for the Pixel 8 as well.

Exciting News for Pixel 8 Owners: Gemini Nano and AI Model Coming Soon!

Recently, Google revealed that the upcoming Pixel 8 will receive early access to Gemini Nano through the Pixel Feature Drop. This advanced AI technology will be utilized in two key features on the device: Smart Reply in Gboard and summaries in the Recorder app. Google also confirmed that this feature will eventually be available on the regular Pixel model as well.

Running large language models on phones with different memory specs can deliver different user experiences, so we have been testing and validating this on Pixel 8. We’re excited to provide the opportunity for more enthusiasts and developers to try out Gemini Nano, where we hope to get more feedback and see more innovation.