Since its roll out Samsung has seen 8.8 million users downloading and actively using these Galaxy AI capabilities across Europe. The usage figures are growing each day, and by the end of 2024, Samsung targets to have over 100 million users experiencing its Galaxy AI features across the world.

James Kitto, Vice President and Head of MX, Samsung UK & Ireland, said, “Our goal has always been to bring the benefits of AI to everyone, unlocking the potential of this amazing new technology. We believe that AI has the power to enhance everyone’s mobile experience and we’re very pleased to see customers responding so well. In the UK alone we now have around two million people taking advantage of Galaxy AI features and this number is only increasing. The new era of AI has really taken hold and there’s so much more to come.”

With even more Galaxy users now being able to take advantage of the communication-enhancing Galaxy AI features, users are already finding their favourites when it comes to the new set of features available. The top used AI capabilities since launch include Galaxy AI Features such as Live Translate, Live Transcribe, Chat Assist, together with Circle to Search with Google^[1].

Nearly 75% of Galaxy Z Fold5, 80% of S23 Ultra and nearly 65% of Tab S9 users across Europe have downloaded the One UI 6.1 update, making it  one of Samsung’s most popular ever software updates.

With the success of the first rollout of One UI 6.1, in April, Samsung is announcing the second roll-out phase, bringing Galaxy AI to even more Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Coverage will expand to the Galaxy S22 series, the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 foldable phones, and the Galaxy Tab S8 series tablets starting in May.

Users of wider Galaxy or Android smartphones can also experience the latest features of One UI 6.1 via the Try Galaxy app^[2]. The Try Galaxy app simulates an actual Galaxy S24 home screen with tutorials and interactive content helping to navigate the interface and experience the latest Galaxy AI features.

For more information about Galaxy AI and Try Galaxy App, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsung.com and trygalaxy.com

[1] Circle to Search with Google is a Google feature offered alongside Galaxy AI features.

[2] The Try Galaxy app is available on supported Android OS smartphones with the latest version of Chrome, but may not be perfectly optimised depending on device model, setting, screen size, etc. The app runs on Safari, on iPhone 7 and above with iOS 14 or higher.

The One UI 6.1 update puts the following popular Galaxy AI features into the hands of more users around the world: Circle to Search with Google, Chat Assist, Interpreter, Live Translate, Note Assist, Transcript Assist, Browsing Assist, Generative Edit, Edit Suggestion and AI-Generated Wallpaper.

Barrier-Free Communication and Productivity Taken to a New Level

Galaxy AI makes communication a bridge by offering features that deliver messages across straightforward in any language. Travelling abroad no longer needs to be a daunting prospect with Interpreter converting speech into translated text on a split screen. Live Translate offers instant voice and text translations over phone calls, while Chat Assist helps users’ message in different languages and adjust message tone.

More users can also benefit from One UI 6.1, game-changing productivity and information access. Circle to Search with Google streamlines social media and internet interaction with a simple and intuitive gesture while Note Assist simplifies organisational tasks with auto-formatting and summarisation features. Browsing Assist adeptly summarises and translates articles on a webpage and with Transcript Assist, users can effortlessly create accurate meeting summaries and translations.

Availability

The update will begin rolling out from early May on the Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Fold4, Galaxy Z Flip4 and the Galaxy Tab S8 series.

For more information about Galaxy AI, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsungmobilepress.com and Samsung.com.

LONDON, United Kingdom – February 22, 2024 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the availability of Galaxy AI^[i] features on more Galaxy devices through a new One UI 6.1 update engineered to further the democratisation of mobile AI. The update will be available across the Galaxy S23 series, S23 FE, Z Fold5, Z Flip5 and Tab S9 series, starting to roll out from end of March. Aligning with the recently launched Galaxy S24 series^[ii], this update elevates the standard of users’ mobile AI experience through a hybrid approach that combines on-device and cloud-based AI.

“In January of this year we announced a new era of mobile AI with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series incorporating Galaxy AI. The performance to date has been extremely positive. Across the UK & Ireland we have seen record demand with pre-orders of the S24 Series surpassing the total pre-order quantity for S23 in half the time,” said James Kitto Vice President and Head of MX Division, Samsung UK and Ireland, “thus proving a real appetite for our AI features. Our global mission is to make AI more accessible, and that’s why we’re proud to be announcing that Galaxy AI features will be made available across a range of Samsung mobile devices throughout 2024, and for us here in the UK that’s over 1.8 million customers who will receive a Galaxy AI update on their current Galaxy device.”

Communication that Transcends Barriers

Even more Galaxy users will now be able to take advantage of the communication-enhancing Galaxy AI features available on AI-supported models. The features include the ability to adjust message tone and translate messages in 13 different languages using Chat Assist^[iii]. Galaxy users can experience the power of real-time interactions through Live Translate^[iv], which provides voice and text translations for phone calls. With Interpreter, users can also engage in spontaneous conversations with locals while traveling as the split-screen feature generates text translations for live conversations.

Productivity Unparalleled

The broader integration of Galaxy AI across the Galaxy ecosystem also enables seamless user experience in day-to-day tasks on AI-supported models, driving new levels of efficiency. Search functions are improved through Circle to Search with Google^[v], which generates intuitive search results with a swift circle-motioned gesture. Life-enhancing organisation features such as Note Assist^[vi] allow users to create formats, generate summaries and translate notes, while Browsing Assist^[vii] enables individuals to stay up to speed faster by generating comprehensive summaries of news articles. Transcript Assist can also easily transcribe meeting recordings and generate summaries and translations.

Unstoppable Creativity for Your Inner Artist

With Galaxy AI, Samsung is doubling down on its role in unlocking individuals’ creative potential. Galaxy’s latest update delivers a suite of Galaxy AI tools that encourages creative freedom even after a photo is taken. Through Generative Edit^[viii], AI-supported devices can easily resize, reposition, or realign objects in photos to perfect a great shot. Users can also polish any photo faster and easier than ever with Edit Suggestion^[ix]. No need for multiple re-shots as Instant Slow-mo^[x] can generate additional frames for slow-motion videos to capture action-packed moments.

Creativity and personalisation do not stop there. Customizing Galaxy devices is even easier than before through AI-generated wallpapers, enabling AI-supported devices to bring users’ creativity to life.

For more information about Galaxy AI, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, Samsungmobilepress.com and Samsung.com.

[i] Samsung does not make any promises, assurances or guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the output provided by AI features. Samsung Account login may be required to use certain Samsung AI features.

[ii] Some AI features from Galaxy S24 series may not be available at previous generation models.

[iii] Translating feature in Chat Assist may require Samsung Account login. Some chat applications may not support this feature. Certain languages may require language pack download. Service availability may vary by language. This feature is activated when a translatable language is detected. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[iv] Live Translate requires a network connection and Samsung Account login. Live Translate is only available on the pre-installed Samsung Phone app. Calls must be made using the native Samsung dialer. Certain languages may require language pack download. Service availability may vary by language. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[v] Results may vary depending on visual matches. Requires internet connection. Users may need to update Android to the latest version. Product functionality may be dependent on your app and device settings. Some functions may not be compatible with certain apps. Availability of the service varies by country and language. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed. Time for the update may vary by models.

[vi] For text in Samsung Notes only; requires Samsung account log in and internet connection.

[vii] Only available within Samsung Internet application.

[viii] Generative Edit requires a network connection and Samsung Account login. Editing with Generative Edit results in a resized photo up to 12MP. A visible watermark is overlaid on the image output upon saving in order to indicate that the image is generated by AI. The accuracy and reliability of the generated output is not guaranteed.

[ix] Edit Suggestion is compatible with JPG, PNG, GIF and MP4 formats. Edit results and quality may vary depending on the photography or filming condition. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[x] Instant Slow-mo is available for Galaxy S23 series, Z Fold5, Z Flip5 and Tab S9 Series.