Google cuts up to 6GB RAM use on Googlebook AI services

Google's November update for Googlebook OS reduces offline AI RAM use by 3 to 6 GB and fixes issues with external displays, Zoom effects, USB microphones, Bluetooth audio, input devices and the Linux terminal on Acer, Asus and Lenovo models.

Google has released a November update (Aban and Azar) for Googlebook OS that reduces the RAM footprint of offline AI services, freeing between three and six gigabytes on affected devices.

Memory management for local AI

The update optimizes memory handling for local artificial intelligence processing, which provides more free RAM for apps and browser tabs. Google’s official release notes confirm improved RAM efficiency but do not specify an exact figure; independent reports cite reductions of up to 6 gigabytes and describe typical savings in the 3 to 6 GB range.

Google says the optimization applies to Googlebook models from Acer, Asus and Lenovo. The company also states the changes materially improve multitasking stability on devices with 16 GB of RAM, reducing sudden tab reloads and repeated crashes.

Peripheral, media and system fixes

The November package addresses a range of hardware and media issues reported since the platform’s launch. The update corrects problems that affected external displays, conferencing software, USB audio devices and input hardware.