Samsung Eyes Perplexity AI Partnership: Could This Spell the End for Gemini on Galaxy Phones?
(Published june 2, 2024 – 8:00 AM EDT)
key Takeaways:
Samsung is reportedly nearing a deal with AI search startup Perplexity. This could dramatically shift the AI landscape on Galaxy devices.
Perplexity could replace Google Gemini as the default AI assistant on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, launching in early 2026.
* The future of Gemini’s role on Samsung phones remains uncertain. This move signals a potential cooling of the Samsung-Google AI partnership.
Samsung,the world’s leading smartphone manufacturer,is poised to make a meaningful move in the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence. According to a new report, the tech giant is close to finalizing a wide-ranging partnership with Perplexity, an AI-powered answer engine gaining traction as a powerful alternative to traditional search. This deal, potentially announced later this year, could see perplexity deeply integrated into samsung’s ecosystem, potentially replacing Google’s Gemini as the default AI assistant on future Galaxy devices.Currently,Google Gemini powers many of the AI features on Android phones,with Samsung being a key partner in its implementation. However, this collaboration may be coming to an end. The Bloomberg report, first noted by Android Police, suggests Samsung is looking beyond Google for its AI future.
What Does This Mean for Samsung Galaxy Users?
if the deal goes through, expect to see the Perplexity app pre-installed on upcoming Samsung phones, starting with the anticipated Galaxy S26 series in early 2026. Beyond a simple app installation, the integration is expected to be far more profound. Samsung is reportedly exploring incorporating Perplexity’s capabilities directly into Samsung Internet, offering users AI-powered browsing and facts retrieval.
[Image of Perplexity AI interface – Credit: Perplexity]
Moreover, discussions are underway to potentially integrate Perplexity’s technology into Samsung’s existing Bixby assistant. While this aspect of the deal is less certain, it highlights Samsung’s ambition to weave AI deeply into its entire user experience.
Beyond the Assistant: A Vision for AI-Powered operating Systems
The potential partnership extends beyond just the AI assistant. Samsung and Perplexity are reportedly discussing
