You just switched to a Samsung Galaxy and you want to know more about Bixby. You’ve heard of Bixby before, but you aren’t quite sure what it does or how to use it. In this article, I'll explain what Bixby on a Samsung Galaxy is, show you how to use it, and explain how it can be beneficial to you!
What Is Bixby?
Bixby is a virtual assistant that was created by Samsung. This voice-powered aid assists Samsung Galaxy owners in many different ways. From phone calls to dinner reservations, Bixby is there to help.
What Is Bixby Good For?
Bixby can be used to complete many different tasks. You can use your Samsung Galaxy voice assistant to complete voice searches, set alarms, manage your schedule, play music, translate foreign languages, pick up calls, send messages, and much more.
How Do I Activate Bixby?
You can easily activate Bixby on a Samsung Galaxy by using the Bixby button or the Bixby Voice Wake-Up feature.
There are two ways to activate the Bixby button. You can set it up from Bixby Home or from the Settings app.
If you choose to set it up through Bixby Home, go to your home screen and swipe right to open Bixby Home. Next, tap the Settings icon (look for the gear). Finally, tap the slider to use the Bixby key to open Bixby Home.
If you choose to set it up in Settings, you must go to your home screen and swipe right to open Bixby Home. Next, tap more options, then choose settings. Finally, touch Bixby key, and then choose the appropriate option.
To activate Bixby Voice Wake-Up, follow these simple steps:
- Go to Bixby Home.
- Select more options.
- Choose settings.
- Turn on the voice wake-up feature by tapping the slider.
- Set up a wake-up command by recording your voice.
After following these steps, you'll be able to use Bixby by simply saying “”Hi Bixby!”
What Is Bixby Home?
Bixby Home is essentially a list of information that Bixby can interact with. It allows you to access gadgets, like the weather and your fitness activity. In order to use Bixby Home, swipe left-to-right on the home screen or press the Bixby button.
What Is Bixby Vision?
Bixby Vision is built into the camera of your Samsung Galaxy. In order to use Bixby Vision, open Bixby Home and tap the Bixby Vision icon at the top of the screen.
Bixby Vision allows you to learn more about what you're seeing through your Samsung Galaxy's camera. You can scan QR codes, get more information about historical monuments, and find the nutritional information about the food you're about to eat.
Can I Disable Bixby?
Yes, you can disable Bixby. Here's how:
- Open your settings.
- Tap advanced features.
- Tap the Bixby key.
- Select double press to open Bixby.
Samsung Galaxy Bixby: Explained!
I hope this article helped you gain a better understanding of what Samsung Galaxy Bixby is and how to use it! Make sure to share this article on social media to teach your friends and family more about Bixby and how it's beneficial to Samsung Galaxy users. If you have any other questions about Bixby or Samsung Galaxys, leave them in the comments section below.
I don’t like this bixby thing, I want to disable it
I don’t know why it was put on my phone and what is the purpose. It looks like another gimmick.
Great for the truly handicapped but, I “disabled” it LOL
I was hoping for more details in the What is Bixby Vision section.