Samsung unveiled its latest smartphone, the Galaxy S24, on Wednesday, January 17, featuring innovative generative AI functionalities. The model is available in three variants: S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra, with respective prices of \(800, \)999, and $1,299.99. Customers can now place pre-orders for these devices.
The Galaxy S24 series offers a range of AI-driven features, including live translation during phone calls, enabling real-time voice translation between selected languages. Additionally, users can leverage AI for note summarization and utilize a unique function while browsing social media to obtain Google Search results by circling items with a pen or finger.
Moreover, the smartphone is equipped with advanced generative AI editing capabilities for photos, allowing users to manipulate images by relocating, resizing, or erasing objects. Samsung’s strategic focus on integrating generative AI capabilities aims to enhance user experience and potentially boost phone sales amidst increasing competition in the global smartphone market.
As Samsung competes with Apple, which recently surpassed Samsung in global smartphone rankings, the tech giant emphasizes the advantages of switching from iOS to Galaxy, emphasizing the generative AI features embedded in its new devices. The shift in market dynamics underscores the growing importance of AI in smartphones, signaling an exciting evolution in the industry landscape.