Samsung Galaxy AI 2025 guide: Live Translate, Audio Eraser, Circle to Search, Generative Edit & more. Core features free forever.
As of December 2025, Samsung Galaxy AI continues to redefine mobile intelligence, transforming your Galaxy devices into highly proactive and intuitive companions. This expansive AI suite, powered by a blend of on-device processing for enhanced privacy, cloud-based capabilities via Google Gemini, and Samsung's proprietary innovations, significantly boosts areas like communication, creativity, productivity, wellness, and personalization. From groundbreaking real-time visual conversations to personalized daily briefs and advanced photo/video editing tools, Galaxy AI seamlessly integrates across a wide range of devices including phones, tablets, watches, rings, and earbuds.
Key Update on Availability: Galaxy AI features are complimentary on supported devices through the end of 2025. According to Samsung's latest clarifications, core in-house tools—such as Generative Edit, Audio Eraser, Live Translate, and Note Assist—will remain free forever. However, some third-party enhancements, particularly those heavily reliant on advanced Google Gemini options, may introduce fees post-2025. This ensures long-term accessibility while allowing for premium expansions.
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How Galaxy AI Works in Late 2025: A Deep Dive
Galaxy AI operates through a sophisticated hybrid system that prioritizes user privacy and performance. It leverages on-device AI processing for quick, secure tasks—utilizing powerful Neural Processing Units (NPUs) in newer devices like the Snapdragon 8 Elite or Exynos chips—while tapping into cloud processing via Google Gemini for more complex computations. Features often appear contextually, marked by a distinctive sparkle icon, within native apps such as Gallery, Notes, Phone, Voice Recorder, and more.
Key foundational elements include:
- Personal Data Engine: This secure on-device system analyzes your personal data (with explicit user consent) to deliver tailored insights, all protected by advanced Knox Vault encryption to prevent unauthorized access.
- Gemini Integration: Powered by Google's multimodal AI, it enables features like Gemini Live for real-time visual and conversational interactions, requiring a Google Account for full functionality (age restrictions apply).
- Access Requirements: Most features necessitate a Samsung Account login, and some may require language packs, internet connectivity, or specific app permissions for handling data like photos, audio, or calendar entries.
Samsung's overarching vision is to evolve Galaxy AI into an "Agentic AI"—a proactive system that anticipates user needs, learns from habits, and provides seamless assistance without constant prompting. This hybrid approach ensures faster response times for everyday tasks while harnessing cloud power for intensive operations, all while maintaining robust privacy controls via Samsung Knox and user-configurable data processing options.
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Supported Galaxy AI Devices as of December 2025
Galaxy AI's availability has expanded significantly in 2025, with full support for the latest features rolling out via One UI 7+ updates. Compatibility depends on hardware capabilities, particularly the NPU for on-device processing. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Devices with Full Support (Including All 2025 Features):
- Galaxy S25 series (S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 FE/Edge)
- Galaxy S24 series (including FE)
- Galaxy S23 series (including FE; some advanced features may have limitations)
- Galaxy Z Fold7, Fold6, Fold5
- Galaxy Z Flip7, Flip6, Flip5
- Galaxy Tab S11 series, Tab S10 series, Tab S9 series
- Mid-range models: Galaxy A56 5G, A36 5G, A26 5G (with Awesome Intelligence features)
Devices with Partial/Core Support (Foundational Features Only):
- Galaxy S22 series
- Older foldables like Z Fold4 and Z Flip4
- Galaxy Tab S8 series
Compatible Accessories:
- Galaxy Watch8 series and Galaxy Ring for advanced wellness features like Energy Score and sleep insights
- Galaxy Buds3 Pro for real-time Interpreter mode during conversations
Note that availability can vary by region, carrier, and specific One UI version. Always check for software updates to access the latest enhancements. For optimal performance, newer devices with stronger NPUs are recommended for features like Audio Eraser or Gemini Live.
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Core Galaxy AI Features: Widely Available and Essential Tools
These foundational features form the backbone of Galaxy AI and are accessible on most supported devices. They've been refined in 2025 for better accuracy and integration.
Circle to Search with Google
This innovative tool allows you to circle or tap any on-screen element—be it text, images, or objects—for instant Google-powered searches. It's perfect for quick identifications or shopping lookups without leaving your current app.
How to Use: Long-press the home button or navigation bar, then circle the item. Results appear in an overlay, with options to refine or explore further.
Benefits: Saves time and enhances discovery; supports visual searches for real-world objects via camera integration.
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Generative Edit & Photo Assist
Transform your photos with AI: Remove, reflect, move, or enlarge objects; generate realistic backgrounds or upscale images. All edits include an AI watermark for transparency to indicate modifications.
How to Use: Open Gallery, select a photo, tap Edit, then the Generative Edit icon. Draw around objects to manipulate, and let AI fill gaps intelligently.
Benefits: Turns amateur shots into professional edits; supports up to 12MP resolution with side-by-side previews for easy comparisons.
Examples: Erase photobombers from vacation pics or extend a scenic background for a wider view.
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Live Translate & Interpreter
Break language barriers with real-time translation for calls, messages, and face-to-face conversations. Supports over 20 languages, with offline capabilities for select ones.
How to Use: During a call, enable Live Translate in the Phone app. For in-person chats, use Interpreter in Quick Settings.
Benefits: Ideal for travel or international business; works hands-free with Buds for discreet translations.
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Writing, Note & Transcript Assist
Refine your text with tone adjustments, grammar checks, or translations. Summarize notes or recordings, organize content, and even suggest reminders from transcripts.
How to Use: In Notes or Voice Recorder, select text/audio and tap Assist for AI suggestions.
Benefits: Boosts productivity for students, professionals; handles up to 3-hour recordings.
Browsing Assist & Call Transcript
Quickly summarize lengthy webpages or transcribe/summarize calls for easy review.
Benefits: Saves reading time; supports 20+ languages for global users.
New & Enhanced Galaxy AI Features in 2025: Cutting-Edge Additions
2025 brought exciting expansions, focusing on personalization and multimedia enhancements, now widely available via updates.
Now Bar & Now Brief
Access live info like music controls, sports scores, or workout stats directly from the lock screen. Now Brief delivers personalized daily summaries including weather, health metrics, and evening reflections.
How to Use: Customize in Settings > Lock Screen; consent to data analysis for briefs.
Benefits: Promotes mindfulness and efficiency; integrates with Samsung Health.
Audio Eraser
Clean up video/audio by removing specific noises in categories like crowd, wind, or voices.
How to Use: In Gallery, edit video and select Audio Eraser; fine-tune categories.
Benefits: Professional-grade editing for content creators; accuracy varies by source.
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Drawing Assist
Generate or enhance sketches and images from text prompts, ideal for S Pen users on foldables or tablets.
Benefits: Sparks creativity for artists or note-takers.
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Auto Trim & Cross App Action
Create AI-generated highlight reels from long videos; use voice commands to perform tasks across multiple apps seamlessly.
Gemini Live & Health Insights
Engage in real-time visual AI conversations by sharing your camera or screen. Health features include advanced Energy Score, personalized sleep coaching, and wellness tips, expanding further in late 2025.
Benefits: Contextual help for queries; non-medical wellness guidance via Watch/Ring.
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Why Galaxy AI Excels in 2025: Advantages, Comparisons, and Future Outlook
With One UI 7+ fully deployed across devices, Galaxy AI stands out for its privacy-focused on-device processing, broad compatibility, and real-world utility. Compared to competitors like Google's Pixel AI or Apple's Intelligence, Galaxy AI offers deeper Samsung ecosystem integration (e.g., with Health and Buds) and hybrid processing for balanced speed/privacy.
Pros: Free core features forever; intuitive interfaces; multilingual support.
Cons: Some advanced tools require internet; potential fees for premium Gemini features post-2025.
Looking ahead, Samsung plans further evolutions toward agentic AI, with potential 2026 updates focusing on deeper personalization and new hardware synergies.
FAQs About Galaxy AI
- Is Galaxy AI truly free? Yes, core features are free forever; check Samsung for details on third-party tools.
- How do I enable Galaxy AI? Update to the latest One UI, sign into Samsung Account, and toggle in Settings > Advanced Features > Advanced Intelligence.
- Does it work offline? Many features like basic translations do; complex ones need cloud access.
- Privacy concerns? Data is encrypted; users control on-device vs. cloud processing.
For the most up-to-date information, visit Samsung's official Galaxy AI page. Galaxy AI is continually evolving, making your device smarter and more helpful every day!
Article updated: December 27, 2025 | All images are royalty-free from Pexels (illustrative purposes). Videos are official Samsung content embedded from YouTube.
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