Samsung Electronics has announced a significant upgrade to its Bixby voice assistant

Samsung Electronics has announced a significant upgrade to its Bixby voice assistant, enhancing its AI capabilities and improving its ability to understand complex commands and control home appliances.

Bixby’s Enhanced Features

The upgraded Bixby offers three key improvements:

• Multi-Intent: Bixby can now understand commands that combine multiple requests in a single sentence, making it easier for users to control their devices.
• Multi-Turn: Bixby can remember previous conversations, allowing for more natural and ongoing interactions with users.
• Device Q&A: Bixby can assist with troubleshooting and product-related questions, helping users navigate their appliances more effectively.

Availability and Supported Appliances

The Bixby update will initially be available for five Samsung home appliances launched in 2024: the Bespoke 4-Door Refrigerator with AI Family Hub™, Bespoke AI Laundry Combo™, Bespoke Slide-in Range, Bespoke Jet Bot Combo™ AI, and Bespoke AI WindFree™ Gallery Freestanding Air Conditioner.  

Enhanced Control and Convenience

With the upgraded Bixby, users can control their connected SmartThings devices more seamlessly. They can express their needs more naturally and ask for multiple tasks to be performed simultaneously. For example, users can ask Bixby to check the weather, start a laundry cycle, and clean the living room in a single command.

Personalized Experiences

Bixby’s ability to remember past conversations allows for more personalized interactions. Users can engage in ongoing dialogues with their appliances, making the experience more natural and intuitive.

Troubleshooting and Support

Bixby can also assist users with troubleshooting appliance issues. By asking questions about error codes or specific problems, users can get helpful answers and guidance directly from Bixby.

Generative Wallpaper for Family Hub™ Refrigerators

In addition to the Bixby upgrade, Samsung is introducing a new Generative Wallpaper feature for refrigerators with Family Hub™. This feature allows users to create custom wallpapers based on their preferences, adding a personalized touch to their home appliances.

Future Outlook

Samsung plans to showcase the upgraded Bixby and Generative Wallpaper features at IFA 2024, allowing more people to experience firsthand how these innovations can enhance their daily lives.

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