Google and Samsung Confirm Collaboration for ‘Exciting’ AI-Powered Experiences

Google and Samsung are collaborating to develop and deploy new artificial intelligence (AI) experiences for Android and Galaxy smartphones. The two tech giants teamed up for the first time for AI with Circle to Search. The visual search feature allows users to draw on the screen to run a Google search. Although it was developed by Google, it was released on the Samsung Galaxy S24 series ahead of the Pixel 8 series. Now, the two companies have confirmed that they will work together to create new AI features for the ecosystem.

Rick Osterloh, senior vice president of platforms and devices at Google shared an image on X (formerly known as Twitter) with TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. In the caption, he said: “Had a great conversation with the leadership of TM and @SamsungMobile. Our partnership has never been stronger. I'm excited about our AI collaboration and the many opportunities we have for both companies”.

Later, Samsung Mobile's official X controller also reposted the image, highlighting that both companies are aligned with the AI ​​vision for the Android and Galaxy ecosystems. The smartphone maker also said that they were building exciting AI features. Some of them could be revealed at the Google I/O event that will be held on May 14. During this event, the tech giant will also unveil Android 15 and the new features of the operating system.

In addition to the collaboration, both companies are also working on their AI-focused products and services. Samsung launched its Galaxy AI feature set earlier this year for the Galaxy S24 series, which has now been extended to more devices. Apart from Circle to Search, it added features such as Live Translate, which enables two-way voice translations and live captioning of phone calls in real time. Samsung's AI-based photo editing tool, generative editing, and chat support on Samsung's keyboard were also added via Galaxy AI.

Google has also been busy building AI features for the Android ecosystem. Recently, a report claimed that the company is working on improving its Gemini AI Assistant. According to the report, the Gemini for Android could get a floating window, a live indication feature that allows for quick programming, and more.