In a recent announcement, Samsung has revealed its ambitious plans to enhance its digital assistant, Bixby, with Generative AI features. This move could potentially redefine the role of Bixby on Samsung devices, making it smarter and more versatile.
The Evolution of Bixby
Bixby, introduced by Samsung in 2017, has been a part of the smartphone landscape for quite some time. However, compared to other voice assistants like Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, Bixby has faced challenges in gaining widespread adoption. But Samsung aims to change that by leveraging Generative AI technology.
Generative AI: A Game-Changer
Generative AI, the same technology behind models like ChatGPT, DALL-E, and Google Bard, allows systems to understand complex sentences and respond in multiple ways. While current Bixby-powered appliances can handle straightforward voice commands, the next generation of Bixby is set to comprehend nuanced instructions with multiple meanings.
The Future of Bixby
Samsung’s Vice President of Home Appliances Division, Miyoung Yoo, envisions a future where home appliances go beyond essential functions. By detecting users’ lifestyles and learning patterns, these appliances will offer customized solutions. Imagine telling your smart refrigerator, “It’s raining, and I’m in a bad mood—please display an appropriate background.” Bixby’s enhanced capabilities will enable more natural communication, even without explicit commands.
Tizen RT: Lightweight and Powerful
Samsung also plans to equip its future home appliances with a lightweight operating system called Tizen RT. This OS, along with Bixby, will power millions of devices. While it won’t match the complexity of ChatGPT or Google Bard, it will significantly enhance user interactions.
