Google Chrome Just Silently Installed A 4GB AI Model On Your Device - Here's How To Remove It

If you use Google Chrome on your computer, the browser has silently installed an on-device AI model without your knowledge.

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 ...
MUO on MSN

I replaced Windows Search with Google's desktop app and stopped opening my browser so much

The real upgrade isn’t search itself, it’s how quickly you can get to it.
Android Authority

Google Search has a subtle new way to push you toward AI Mode

Google Search has added a new plus (+) icon in the search bar. The button allows you to upload documents and images, doing which will open AI Mode. The UI doesn’t clearly explain what the button is ...
talkandroid.com

Google’s New Windows Search App Redefines Desktop Search Experience

Editorial Note: Talk Android may contain affiliate links on some articles. If you make a purchase through these links, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more. Google has ...
ZDNet

Google just made it easier to upload files in AI Mode - try it now

Google had made it easier to upload documents in AI Mode. A new plus button allows you to upload files and images for AI analysis. The feature is only appearing on desktop mode for now. Google just ...
Android Police

Google Drive search is underrated — here's how I use it like a pro

I cover Android with a focus on productivity, automation, and Google’s ecosystem, including Gemini and everyday apps. With a background in engineering and software development, I tend to go beyond ...
Lifehacker

Google's Desktop Search App Is Back (Kind Of)

Justin Pot is a freelance journalist who helps people get more out of technology. November 19, 2025 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google Back in the Windows XP days, ...