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Bixby Ditches Gemini for Perplexity AI
25 Nov
Summary
- Samsung's Bixby may integrate Perplexity AI.
- This marks a shift away from Google's Gemini.
- The upgrade could launch with Galaxy S26 series.
Samsung's voice assistant, Bixby, is reportedly set to receive a major artificial intelligence upgrade. In a surprising development, Samsung appears to be favoring Perplexity AI over Google's Gemini for this enhancement. This strategic shift suggests a re-evaluation of Samsung's AI partnerships, potentially impacting the future integration of AI into its device ecosystem.
The integration is expected to mirror Apple's Siri-ChatGPT model, where Bixby handles system commands while Perplexity addresses more intricate user requests. This move comes after Bixby has seen limited upgrades, even as other Samsung devices have benefited from Gemini's AI capabilities. Previous reports indicated Samsung's exploration of replacing Gemini as its default assistant.
While Samsung confirmed an AI boost for Bixby last year, details remained scarce. The new AI-powered Bixby, potentially leveraging Perplexity's search functionality, is anticipated to be announced alongside the Samsung Galaxy S26 series in early 2026. The upgrade's scope might extend beyond smartphones to include Samsung's range of smart appliances and TVs.
