Overview
- Samsung confirmed Perplexity as an integrated agent in Galaxy AI, invokable via the hotword “Hey Plex” or by pressing the side function button.
- Perplexity will be embedded at the OS framework level with access to Samsung Notes, Clock, Gallery, Reminders and Calendar to run multi-step tasks without app switching.
- Samsung says Galaxy AI will act as an orchestrator that lets people choose among agents such as Bixby, Gemini and Perplexity, citing internal data that most users rely on multiple AI tools.
- Initial availability targets upcoming Galaxy flagships including the S26 lineup, while specifics on older device support, regions and third-party app partners remain undisclosed.
- Samsung notes certain features require an internet connection and a Samsung or Google account, Galaxy AI access may be age-limited in some markets, and some capabilities could become paid options.