What Is Bixby Voice Assistant?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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Bixby is the Samsung intelligence assistant first introduced on the Galaxy S8 and S8+. You can interact with Bixby using your voice, text, or taps. It's deeply integrated into the , meaning that Bixby is able to carry out a lot of the tasks you do on your phone.

Is Bixby worth using?

It's a powerful tool, and even if you don't use Bixby much, it's worth checking out if there's anything you can automate to save yourself time . It's also worth noting Bixby Routines is only available on the Galaxy S10 range and later.

Is Bixby better than Google assistant?

– Google Assistant excels in response time and handling internet search queries better than any other virtual assistant out there , including Samsung Bixby. ... Bixby, on the other hand, is pretty good at executing voice commands related to phone and control functions within certain apps like Uber, Expedia, and so on.

Can I get rid of Bixby?

While you can't disable Bixby entirely, you can change the settings to stop Bixby from launching accidentally . If your phone has a dedicated Bixby key, you can remap it so a different app will open when you press the key.

What does Samsung's Bixby do?

Bixby is designed to let you carry out a full range of interactions , rather than launching an app, for example, or carrying out a single task. Bixby is contextually aware, meaning that it can recognise the state that the app is in and take the right actions based on your requests, also letting you mix voice or touch.

Does anyone use Bixby 2020?

Bixby is now available on a range of Samsung , including the Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, Note10, Note10+, S10e, S10, S10+, Fold, Note9, S9, S9+, Note9, S8, and S8, as well as other Samsung products like Samsung's Family Hub Fridge and some of its HDTVs.

Does anyone hate Bixby?

Bixby also is one of the complaints sometimes held by users of Samsung's QLED TV. There's an even an “I Hate Bixby” Facebook page, though it's been inactive since last year . Samsung doesn't appear to be backing away from Bixby.

Do I have to say hi Bixby every time?

Currently, the users ask any query by invoking the Bixby first but with the coming version, you won't need to call its name everytime you're asking it something. ...

How safe is Bixby?

Bixby is in the 37th percentile for safety, meaning 63% of cities are safer and 37% of cities are more dangerous. This analysis applies to Bixby's proper boundaries only. See the table on nearby places below for nearby cities. The rate of crime in Bixby is 32.66 per 1,000 residents during a standard year.

Is Bixby like Siri?

Bixby is a voice assistant similar to Apple's Siri that's been exclusive to Samsung devices since 2017. You can start Bixby several ways, including by pressing the Bixby key on the side of your device.

Is Samsung getting rid of Bixby?

Starting with the Galaxy Note 10 series and continuing until today through the S21 line, Samsung removed the dedicated Bixby button and integrated the voice control access into the power button.

Can Bixby be disabled?

On Android Pie, you can swipe right on the home screen into the Bixby Home hub, and toggle the “Bixby Key” off – to disable Bixby for as long as you like. If you head to Settings > Advanced Features > Bixby Key, you can also remap it onto another function.

Why can't I turn off Bixby?

By default, the side key will trigger Bixby with a long press instead of opening up your power-off menu, but that can be tweaked by accessing the side key settings. ... To fully disable Bixby on the side key, make sure Open Bixby isn't toggled on under Double press .

What happens if I uninstall Bixby?

To turn off Bixby entirely:

Nothing will happen . At this point, Samsung's assistant remains fully functional, and you can still trigger Bixby either by using your voice or by swiping over to Bixby Home to the left of your main home screen. Again, it's worth at least giving Bixby a trial run to see how you like it.

What happened to Bixby on my phone?

Bixby Home has been replaced with Samsung Free, but you can still access the Bixby Assistant home screen with the Bixby key or Side key.

Is Bixby any good 2021?

Bixby is definitely better than the Apple Siri and the Google assistant in the automations with Bixby routines. It is so well integrated with the Samsung phone settings and smart devices along with the third party apps like Google Maps and Spotify which makes it the best assistant available on a smart phone till date.

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Charlene is a software developer and technology expert with a degree in computer science. She has worked for major tech companies and has a keen understanding of how computers and electronics work. Sarah is also an advocate for digital privacy and security.