Pixel 8 Excluded from Gemini Nano due to Hardware Limitations
Austin JayOn the last episode of The Android Show, Google completely changed the mood by saying sadly that Gemini Nano would not be part of the Pixel 8 App. The stated reason was "the limitation on the hardware." This made Gemini Nano unavailable to the Pixel 8 users, who were also deprived of the advanced AI features that it offers.
During the Q&A session of The Android Show, a Google engineer from the Android generative AI team disclosed that Gemini Nano won't be coming to the Pixel 8 due to specific hardware constraints. Despite this setback, Google reassured users that they are actively working on expanding Gemini Nano to more devices, explicitly targeting "high-end devices in the near future."
This statement offers a glimmer of hope for users of premium smartphones who may benefit from Gemini Nano in the coming months.
The difference in RAM presence between the Pixel 8 and Pro versions has been the main thing in this case. A whole GB RAM difference places the Pixel 8 with 8 GB RAM behind the Pixel 8 Pro, which has 12 GB RAM. Although it seems small, some think this RAM discrepancy is the main reason for Pixel 8's exclusion status from Gemini Nano on-device and its presence on an edge server.
Interestingly, this news follows the recent update of the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 and 9300 chipsets, now optimized for Gemini Nano, potentially offering a chance for mid-range non-Google devices to integrate these AI features.
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Google's decision to reserve Gemini Nano for the Pixel 8 Pro raises questions about its future strategy regarding exclusive AI features. The Pixel 8 Pro currently boasts AI-driven features such as the Recorder app's Summarize tool, Gboard Smart Reply, Video Boost, Night Sight in Timelapse mode, improved portrait light in Google Photos, and enhanced Photo Unblur.
The exclusivity of these features on the Pro models aims to differentiate them from the regular Pixel line, incentivizing users to choose the larger model.
With the imminent release of the Pixel 9, users are left wondering if the pattern of exclusive AI features will persist. Google's approach to rolling out advanced AI capabilities may play a pivotal role in users' decisions to upgrade to the Pro version as they weigh the benefits of enhanced AI functionality against potential hardware limitations.
Gemini Nano, introduced as a mobile version of Google's Large Language Model (LLM), is part of the company's broader strategy to integrate advanced AI across its product lineup.
While Google emphasizes the capabilities of Gemini Nano, recent user experiences with the Pixel 8 Pro highlight limitations in the Summarize tool and intelligent replies. The discrepancies between theoretical potential and practical utility underscore the importance of delivering AI features that genuinely enhance user experiences.
Excluding the Pixel 8 from Gemini Nano showcases the delicate balance between hardware capabilities and the deployment of advanced AI models.
As Google continues to refine and expand its AI offerings, users eagerly anticipate future updates and the possibility of broader accessibility to these cutting-edge features across various devices. The tech community remains attentive to Google's next moves in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.
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