Samsung is set to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) as a core feature in its upcoming Galaxy S24 series. But as anticipation builds, a contentious rumor has surfaced: will Samsung require a subscription fee for access to these AI features?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (L) and Z Flip5 (R) smartphones are displayed at a Samsung Electronics store in Seoul on October 31, 2023. South Korea's Samsung Electronics said on October 31 that its operating profits for the July to September period were down 77.57 percent from the year before, even as new smartphone releases boosted revenue. (Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP)
Samsung's Foray into AI
Samsung is no stranger to AI technology, having made significant strides in the field. PhoneArena tells us that their latest commitment, announced at the annual AI Forum 2023, reiterates the company's intent to provide a "new experience" by infusing AI into its devices, with plans to introduce AI features commencing in 2024.
Speculation has been rife that the upcoming Galaxy S24 series will be the flagship for these AI features.
Subscription-based Model
A recent report from prominent tech tipster Revegnus, as reported by Android Headlines, suggests that Samsung might opt for a subscription-based model to unlock these cutting-edge generative AI tools.
This unexpected development has raised questions about the rationale behind charging users for on-device AI features.
"It doesn't make sense to offer a subscription when the phone does all the AI on the device. A better approach would be if they can make it even faster by using cloud computing as an option via a subscription by offloading some of the AI load to the cloud," commented X user @seb_mc2 (via Android Headlines), echoing the sentiments of many in the tech community.
Samsung's AI Vision
While the precise details of Samsung's AI features remain shrouded in secrecy, recent reports hint at a groundbreaking venture. By harnessing the power of the Exynos 2400 chip, Samsung aims to introduce functionalities akin to ChatGPT and Google Bard.
These features will seamlessly integrate AI chatbots into the phone's operations, adding a new dimension to the user experience.
Moreover, the unveiling of a text-to-image AI generation tool during the Exynos 2400 launch event hints at Samsung's commitment to on-device AI processing.
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Evolving Bixby Voice Assistant
Voice assistants like Bixby have seen limited development in recent years. However, with the advent of AI, Bixby could undergo a remarkable transformation.
Samsung aims to narrow the gap between its voice assistant and rivals such as Google Assistant and Apple's Siri. New features could include enhanced speech-to-text functionality and more natural, human-like conversations, potentially redefining the role of voice assistants in our daily lives.
It is important to note that Samsung has not officially confirmed any of these rumors, and the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series is expected in the third or fourth week of January 2024.
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