Bixby Update Brings New UI, Samsung DeX Support, and More
Dec. 2, 2020Bixby might be an acquired taste when it comes tovoice assistantsbut Samsung keeps releasing updates to enhance its capabilities. With the latest Bixby update, Samsung is simplifying the user experience, adding Bixby support on Samsung DeX, reducing any interruptions, and more.
Samsung has tweaked the design ofBixbyto bring it closer toOne UI. Going forward, youwon’t find Bixby’s classic blue background. Instead, you will notice that the app’s background changes based on your smartphone’s theme to enhance readability. You also get horizontal and vertical scrolling gestures for improved reachability.Image Courtesy: Samsung
In an attempt to unify the app’s structure, the latest version of Bixby groups recommended commands, trending commands, and the Marketplace into a single menu. This way, users can easily search for new Bixby capsules and issue voice commands. Moreover, the redesignreduces interruption and now takes up just the lower third of the screenmuch like thecompact Google Assistant.Image Courtesy: Samsung
One convenient addition with the new Bixby is the presence of custom voice command suggestions. The feature will offerrecommendations for apps and services based on your usage patternsacross your smartphone and other compatible devices.Image Courtesy: Samsung
Lastly, Samsung has addedBixby support on Samsung DeX. Through this convenient integration, you can open apps or perform voice searches to find what you’re looking for. This should prove helpful for users who regularly rely on Dex to meet their productivity needs.
All these new features hint that Samsung is not ready to give up on its voice assistant just yet. If you’re a Samsung user, will you consider giving Bixby another chance with these latest feature additions? Let us know in the comments.
Subin writes about consumer tech, software, and security. He secretly misses the headphone jack while pretending he’s better off with the wireless freedom.
