Good news for your wallet if you love smart features on your phone. Samsung, the company behind many popular smartphones, recently shared some important news. They plan to keep many of their useful artificial intelligence (AI) features free for phone owners. This is a big deal, as there was some confusion about pricing for these features in the past.
For a while, Samsung relied on Google’s AI, called Gemini, for some of its advanced functions. But Samsung has also been developing its own AI tools for its Galaxy phones. These tools first appeared with the Galaxy S24 series at the start of 2024.
These features included things like Live Translate for calls and messages. There was also Audio Eraser, which helps clean up sound, and Generative Edit for photo tricks. For a long time, Samsung simply said these Galaxy AI features would be “provided free until the end of 2025.” This statement left many wondering what would happen next year. The company hadn’t said anything more on the topic, leaving everyone in the dark.
Good News for Foldable Phone Fans
Now, we finally have a clear answer. During a preview event for their new foldable phones, like the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, Samsung shared some certainty. They announced that all Galaxy AI features that come built into your phone from the start will stay free forever. This applies to the core AI tools you find on your device right out of the box.
This announcement clears up a lot of worry about hidden costs. It’s great news for people who bought the S24 series or are looking at the new foldable models.
Here’s a list of some of the important Galaxy AI features that will remain free:
- Live Translate
- Note Assist in Samsung Notes
- Zoom Nightography for better night photos
- Audio Eraser
- Browsing Assist
- Generative wallpapers
What’s Next for Phone AI?
While this news is reassuring, it does raise new questions. Will any new Galaxy AI features released in the future come with a price tag? Will Samsung offer different levels of AI access, like Google does with its Gemini AI Pro and Ultra subscriptions? Only time will tell if we see a similar tiered approach from Samsung.
For now, most of Google’s Gemini features also remain free on Samsung devices. Plus, early buyers of the new Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 will get advanced AI features for free for the next six months. It seems Samsung is making a clear effort to keep its core AI experience free for its users, which is a welcome move in the ever-changing world of phone technology.