Samsung launches upgraded Bixby voice assistant in One UI 7 to rival Siri

Samsung has launched a major update for its Bixby voice assistant, introducing advanced features powered by large language models. This update enhances Bixby's ability to understand natural language and context, improving its responses to user queries. The new Bixby can now provide personalized clothing suggestions based on weather and calculate travel times using current traffic data. It also offers detailed instructions for tasks on Galaxy devices and can translate web pages, exporting results to Microsoft Office applications. The updated Bixby features a modern, full-screen design with a minimalist interface, providing helpful suggestions regardless of the app in use. The rollout is expected to coincide with the global One UI 7 update, though no specific release date has been announced.