Why Chrome may have quietly downloaded a 4GB file to your PC - and how to get rid of it

The file, which appears to be related to Google's on-device AI model, is harmless enough. Here's why some users may still be ...

Chrome silently downloads a 4GB AI model. Here’s how to remove it

You can nix Chrome's 4GB local AI model in just a few clicks, but you'll lose some functionality in the process.
PCMag

Chrome May Quietly Use 4GB for AI Features: Here's How You Can Stop It

Google Chrome automatically downloads an AI model to support features such as scam detection and tab organization.

Chrome downloads a 4GB AI file without user consent, researcher alleges

If you've paid any attention to Google lately, you know that it wants us using its AI tools. So much so that Chrome ...
Decrypt

Chrome Is Quietly Installing a 4GB AI Model on Your Computer—And Putting It Back If You Delete It

Google Chrome silently downloads a 4GB Gemini Nano AI model to eligible devices, and downloads it again if deleted.
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Google Chrome Silently Installs a 4GB AI Model on PC Without User Consent

Google Chrome silently installs a 4GB AI Model on desktop systems without user consent. Learn how to find and delete it to ...