Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Samsung May Replace Google AI with Perplexity on Galaxy S26
Samsung might replace Google's AI with Perplexity on its new phones.
This means the Perplexity AI would be used instead of Google's Gemini.
Samsung plans to put Perplexity's app on the Galaxy S26, and include it in its web browser and Bixby.
Samsung might also invest in Perplexity, hoping to rely less on Google.
The launch could happen soon, but the new phones are expected in 2026.
Samsung is in advanced talks to integrate Perplexity AI into its smartphones.
The deal could involve preloading Perplexity's app and integrating its search tools.
Samsung might include Perplexity in the Samsung Internet browser and Bixby.
The partnership is expected to launch on the Galaxy S26, anticipated in early 2026.
Samsung plans to invest in Perplexity's upcoming funding round.
- Who
- Samsung and Perplexity AI.
- What
- Samsung and Perplexity AI are in talks for AI integration on Galaxy S26.
- When
- Partnership could be announced this year, with launch on Galaxy S26 in first half of 2026.
- Where
- South Korea.
- Why
- Samsung aims to diversify its AI offerings and reduce reliance on Google.
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Samsung's Perspective
Diversification Strategy
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Samsung's Perspective
Samsung aims to reduce its reliance on Google's services by partnering with Perplexity.
- Companies Involved
- Samsung, Perplexity AI
- Target Device
- Galaxy S26 smartphones
- Potential Integration Areas
- Web browser, Bixby, AI assistant
- Launch Timeline
- As early as this year; launch in first half of 2026
- Samsung Investment
- Planned for upcoming funding round
- Perplexity Valuation
- $14 billion
Sources
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