Until now, Google's AI-powered features primarily relied on cloud, even when targeted towards mobile devices. However, the company has been testing and validating the new features on Pixel 8. Google also plans to expand the availability of its "Circle to Search" feature, introduced in January, to more Pixel and Samsung phones and select tablets. The feature will also receive an update to support instant translation of on-screen content.
Key takeaways:
- Google plans to roll out on-device AI-powered features such as recording summaries and smart replies on the Pixel 8, based on Gemini Nano, a small-sized model released last year.
- These features will be released as a developer preview in the next Pixel feature drop, having been announced last October during the Pixel 8 launch.
- Until now, Gemini Nano-powered features were only available on the Pixel 8 Pro and the Galaxy S24.
- Google has also announced that more Pixel and Samsung phones and select tablets will receive the "Circle to Search" feature, which will be updated with support for instant translation of on-screen content.