Chrome's 4GB AI model isn't new, but you're not wrong for being confused

All of Google's products have been getting more AI features, including Chrome, which now offers split-screen Gemini chatbot support, the ability to automate web browsing , and more. Some desktop Chrome users have also noted that the browser appears to suddenly want more storage space for AI. This is true—Chrome does download a 4GB AI model for on-device processing.