Samsung's Bixby reboot is taking notes from Google's Gemini
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Key Points:
- Samsung is revamping its Bixby assistant with AI enhancements, incorporating features inspired by Google's AI tools, as revealed by new screenshots.
- The updated Bixby will provide detailed, generative AI responses with source links and maintain device control capabilities through a conversational voice UI called "Bixby Live."
- New features include "Circle to Ask," similar to Google's "Circle to Search," and the ability to use camera and audio inputs, with Bixby capable of generating AI podcasts.
- Integration with third-party services such as Here Maps, Perplexity, Uber, and The Weather Channel is part of the new Bixby experience.
- The revamped Bixby is expected to launch alongside the Galaxy S26 series
