Google Chrome may have silently installed 4GB AI model on your computer. Here's how to check

On May 4, 2026, Alexander Hanff, a computer scientist and lawyer who runs the website ThatPrivacyGuy.com, posted an article ...

Perplexity AI app introduces ‘all-new native Mac experience’ for Personal Computer

Perplexity has released a brand new version of its macOS app that is replacing the company’s previous Mac software.

[Update: Google Statement] Chrome has been secretly downloading a 4GB Gemini Nano model to your device

Update: Google has passed along a statement regarding this background download: "We’ve offered Gemini Nano for Chrome since ...
Bicycling on MSN

Better rides, easy navigation, clear data: Our editors’ 8 best-tested GPS bike computers

From value picks to premium screens, these are the models that make routes easier to follow, improve progress tracking, and ...
Pocket-lint

You don't need Chrome to use Gemini on PC anymore

John is a writer at Pocket-lint. He is passionate about all things technology, and is always keeping up with the latest smartphone and PC releases. John has previously written at MobileSyrup. When ...
Ars Technica

Google releases new apps for Windows and MacOS

Most people access Google’s search and AI products through a browser, but you’ve got some new options today. Google has been testing a Windows search app for some months, and it’s now officially ...
Engadget

Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Google has introduced a new app for Windows desktops and, unsurprisingly, it puts AI front at center. If you aren't a big fan of Google's Gemini chatbot, then skip on past this download. For those of ...
9to5google

‘Google app for desktop’ launches on Windows

After testing got underway in September, the “Google app for desktop” is now launching for “Windows users globally in English.” This app is intended to bring the “best of Google Search right to your ...
PC Magazine

Microsoft Is Finally Fixing Windows 11's Web App Problem. It's About Time

Windows 11 is full of web apps that make your PC slower and less enjoyable to use, so I'm excited about the prospect of a team dedicated to "100% native" apps. I've been writing about technology for ...
Windows Central

I found 7 Windows apps that use your PC's NPU to improve efficiency and performance with AI — You might be surprised at what's on the list

Have an AI PC with an NPU, but have no idea how to make the most of it? You might want to start with one of these 7 great Windows apps. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...
TechRepublic

OpenAI Launches Codex Desktop App for Windows, Bringing AI Coding Agents to PC Developers

OpenAI has released its Codex desktop app for Windows, adding a native sandbox and PowerShell support, enabling developers to run parallel coding agents. OpenAI is officially bringing its Codex app to ...
SlashGear

5 Apps That Can Breathe New Life Into Your Old Windows PC

It has happened to all of us: You press the power button on your PC to start your day, go make a cup of coffee, come back, and see that it's still booting up. This can be really frustrating and can ...