Google Reverses Course, Announces Pixel 8 Will Get On-Device AI Like Pixel 8 Pro After Backlash
• Google originally said Pixel 8 wouldn't get on-device AI due to "hardware limitations"
• After backlash, Google announced Pixel 8 will get Gemini Nano in next feature drop
• Gemini Nano will power recorder summaries and smart replies in Gboard
• This matches Pixel 8 Pro's existing on-device AI capabilities
• Victory attributed to peer pressure from Pixel fans and Android experts