Source: Latest from Android Central
Google has begun installing a 4GB AI model on Chrome users' machines without explicit consent, embedding computational weight into consumer devices to train its generative capabilities at scale. The installation arrives as a browser update, not as a feature users can opt into or decline. The move treats user devices as extensions of Google's compute network, prioritizing AI training speed over transparency. It gives consumers a concrete reason to switch to Chromium alternatives or competitors that haven't made the same choice.