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Check your storage: Chrome may be downloading a 4GB AI model — here’s what we know
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this post was submitted on 07 May 2026
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They don't have to implement this through chrome if you have a device that runs the Gemini app. I saw a comment on another thread that said the AI Core app for Gemini will take up like 4-12GB of storage or something like that.
At least gemini isn't a forced install... on my device it isn't, in any case. I sure hope it stays that way.
I believe it is on pixel unless you completely opt out when you set up the device but don't quote me on that.