Google’s New Offline AI Chatbot “Edge Gallery” Released – A Game Changer for Travelers & Offline Users
Do you often wish for a smart AI chatbot like ChatGPT or DeepSeek that works offline? If you’re someone who commutes daily—especially on underground trains with spotty network coverage—you know the struggle. That precious one-hour travel time you set aside for learning or productivity often gets wasted due to connectivity issues.
While the internet is widely accessible, there are still moments when we’re offline—whether traveling, in remote areas, or dealing with poor signals. If this sounds familiar, I’ve got great news for you!
Google’s Edge Gallery: AI That Works Without the Internet
Google is testing a groundbreaking new app called Edge Gallery, designed to bring powerful AI capabilities to your smartphone—without needing an internet connection. Currently available for Android (with iOS coming soon), this app allows users to download and run AI models locally.
For tech-savvy readers, the app can be accessed via Google’s AI Edge GitHub repository. But for most users, it’s best to wait for the official public release.
How Does It Work?
Edge Gallery supports multiple AI models, including Google’s Gemma 3n, a lightweight yet powerful language model optimized for offline use. Unlike cloud-based AI (like Gemini or ChatGPT), Gemma 3n runs entirely on your device, using minimal memory and processing power.
Performance & Efficiency
On the LMArena Leaderboard (which ranks AI models based on performance), Gemma 3n scored 1293 points. While this doesn’t put it in the top 3 (Gemini 2.5 Pro leads with 1446 points), it’s impressive for an offline model.
Here’s why this matters:
- No Internet? No Problem! Works seamlessly offline.
- Lightweight & Fast: Models range from 500MB to 4GB, balancing capability and storage usage.
- Privacy-Focused: Since data stays on your device, there’s no cloud dependency.
What Can You Do With Edge Gallery?
The app offers three key functions:
- Conversational AI – Chat with the model like ChatGPT.
- Image Understanding – Upload and analyze images.
- Prompt Lab – Get single-turn responses for quick queries.
Limitations to Keep in Mind
Since Edge Gallery operates offline, its knowledge is limited to its training data cutoff (June 2024 for Gemma 3n). Unlike online models, it won’t fetch real-time updates—but for most general queries, it’s incredibly useful.
Why This Is a Big Deal
For frequent travelers, students, or professionals who need AI assistance without relying on the internet, Edge Gallery is a game-changer. Google’s push toward on-device AI means faster responses, better privacy, and accessibility anywhere.
How to Get It?
Currently, Edge Gallery is in testing, but you can explore it via Google’s GitHub. An official Play Store release is expected soon.
Would you use an offline AI chatbot? Let us know in the comments!