Google rolls out Gemini Nano AI for Pixel 8 and Pixel 8a: How to download

Google Nano AI model (Image: Canva)

Google’s Gemini AI Nano is made for on-device artificial intelligence generative tasks and can be accessed through the Pixel 8 and 8a developer options.

After making its Gemini Nano AI model exclusively for Pixel 8 Pro earlier this year, Google has now rolled out the model to its cheaper smartphones the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8a with the latest June update.  The June Pixel drop will allow users to access this AI model as a developer option, enabling features like Summarize in Recorder and Smart Reply.

Gemini Nano is Google’s most efficient AI model to date. It is built specifically for on-device artificial intelligence tasks and was initially only available for the Pixel 8 Pro. However, many Pixel fans were disappointed with this news promise and Google had to backtrack and agree to bring Nano support to its cheaper smartphones the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8a.

Google Nano AI model: How to install it on the Google Pixel 8 & 8a

1. To install the Gemini Nano AI on your Pixel 8 and 8a, you first need to make sure that you have downloaded the latest system update on your phone. Then, follow these steps to enable Gemini Nano on Pixel 8 and 8a.

2. Go to Settings on your phone and then scroll down below to the About phone section.

3. Next, tap on the Build number seven times. After that, enter your screen lock and you will then see a prompt suggesting ‘You are a developer.’

4. Then go to the System section and tap on Developer options.

5. Here you will find AICore settings. Enable it to start using Gemini Nano on your smartphone.

The June Pixel Feature Drop from Google for Pixel smartphones also include the ability to access more detailed summaries of recorded calls. Other features include a useful update to Find My Device that allows you to locate your smartphone even when it’s turned off.