Galaxy S25 Ultra and Fold 7 might already be outdated for Gemini Intelligence - Sammy Fans
Google's Gemini Intelligence won't run on last year's flagships. The AI tax on hardware just got real.
Why it matters
Google is raising the hardware bar for its latest AI features—Gemini Intelligence requires new-generation specs, potentially obsoleting recent premium devices and forcing consumers into upgrade cycles. This signals how AI capability tiers are becoming hardware-gated, with direct implications for device makers and consumer upgrade economics.
The key facts
5 to knowGemini Intelligence has high Android spec requirements
Feature likely won't support Pixel 9 or Galaxy Z Fold 7
Android 17 launch tied to hardware specs, not just OS version
Device manufacturers face pressure to support new AI specs or risk feature parity gaps
Published May 2026—future-dated reporting on AI hardware requirements
Go to the source
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