At the Snapdragon Summit today, Qualcomm Technologies announced a new collaboration with Mistral AI. Together, they aim to bring advanced generative AI models directly to smartphones, vehicles, and other devices. This partnership promises to enhance the AI experience across a range of platforms.
Mistral AI: Powerful Generative AI Models
This partnership focuses on Mistral’s latest creations, Ministral 3B and Ministral 8B. These powerful yet compact AI models are specifically designed to run on devices powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform, Snapdragon Cockpit Elite and Ride Elite for cars, and Snapdragon X Series Compute Platforms for AI-powered PCs.
The Benefits of On-Device AI
What’s the big deal about on-device generative AI? Here’s the breakdown:
- Enhanced privacy: Your data stays on your device, keeping your information secure.
- Immediate results: No need for an internet connection, AI processing happens right on your device for faster response times.
- Reliable performance: Say goodbye to dropped connections and lag.
- Cost savings: No need for constant cloud processing fees.
- Energy efficiency: On-device AI uses less power, extending your battery life.
Empowering Developers and Users
“We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Mistral AI to help achieve our goal of empowering devices at the edge with the latest advancements in AI technology,” said Durga Malladi, senior vice president at Qualcomm Technologies. “Mistral AI’s Ministral 3B and Ministral 8B will enable device manufacturers, software vendors, and digital service providers to deliver innovative experiences, such as AI assistants and other applications that understand users’ wants and needs, thanks to the power of on-device AI.”
Arthur Mensch, co-founder and CEO of Mistral AI, echoed the excitement: “This collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies is a significant milestone for Mistral AI, demonstrating the ability of our new models to run locally on devices powered by Snapdragon platforms. Together, we are democratising access to advanced AI, empowering developers and users worldwide to experience the full potential of our models right on their devices.”
Availability and Next Steps
The wait for these powerful AI models won’t be long. Qualcomm and Mistral are working together to bring Ministral 3B and 8B to developers soon via the Qualcomm AI Hub. This platform already offers access to other popular Mistral models, including Mistral 7B v0.3.
To learn more about Mistral AI and the potential of on-device generative AI, visit the official website. You can also find additional information about the Snapdragon Summit, including event replays, on the Snapdragon Summit Event Hub.
