Samsung recently caused a stir when it accidentally announced an over-the-air (OTA) update for the Galaxy AI. Excitement circulated among customers, with the expectation of new features like Live Translate and Interpreter for various Galaxy Buds models.
However, this excitement quickly turned into confusion when the update failed to materialize, leading many to flood Samsung’s customer support with enquiries. Samsung subsequently acknowledged the mistake, causing more uncertainty among its customers.
The twist in the tale is that these features already exist on Galaxy earbuds, rendering the update unnecessary. So, the excitement about the Galaxy AI update seems to be a case of much ado about nothing.
No less interesting is the fact that the versatile Live Translate works with almost all trustworthy Bluetooth devices, not just Galaxy earbuds or the Galaxy S24. The Galaxy S24 can utilize Live Translate even without the Galaxy Wearable app, making it highly flexible in nature.
Moving along, the Interpreter feature is associated specifically with the Galaxy Buds, though without requiring an update. It is also compatible with the earliest Galaxy Buds Pro model, a fact that contradicts the original Galaxy AI advertisement.
Funnily enough, the Galaxy AI features work efficiently on an un-updated Galaxy S24+ device and Galaxy Buds Pro, but the misinformation stirred up unwarranted anticipation and confusion. To mitigate such issues in future, Samsung promises to exercise more caution in disseminating accurate information.
In unrelated news, Samsung is expanding its Eco-Friendly line of accessories with new designs for the S24 series. Items include a solar-powered wireless charger and eco-conscious cases made from recycled materials. This initiative not only decreases the carbon footprint of the S24 series, but also spurs other tech groups towards more sustainable practices.
