Google reveals Samsung may bring many more AI apps to its phones
Google's Gemini AI powers many AI features on Samsung's Galaxy phones and tablets. The two companies have worked closely on many AI features and Google had even made a few Gemini features exclusive to Galaxy devices for some time. Now Google has itself revealed Gemini may not always enjoy such preference on Samsung's devices. It […] The post Google reveals Samsung may bring many more AI apps to its phones appeared first on SamMobile.
Google's Gemini AI powers many AI features on Samsung's Galaxy phones and tablets. The two companies have worked closely on many AI features and Google had even made a few Gemini features exclusive to Galaxy devices for some time.
Now Google has itself revealed Gemini may not always enjoy such preference on Samsung's devices. It revealed that Samsung is in talks with several companies to bring their AI apps to its mobile devices.
Samsung already reportedly in discussions with Perplexity AI
The revelation was made by Peter Fitzgerald, Google's VP for Global Partnerships, Platforms & Devices, while testifying in the ongoing antitrust case that has been brought against Google by the US Department of Justice.
The antitrust action brought by DOJ aims to cut down Google's online search monopoly. It's seeking an order that would force Google to sell its Chrome browser and promote a more competitive online search landscape.
During the trial's opening arguments yesterday, the DOJ's lawyer asserted that measures must be implemented against Google so that it doesn't use its AI products to extend its dominance in online search. It was also highlighted that Google is paying Samsung an “enormous sum” of money every month to install the Gemini AI app on its phones.
Fitzgerald countered the assertions during his testimony by revealing that Motorola's upcoming phones will come with AI apps not just from Google but from Perplexity and Microsoft as well. He further added that Samsung is also in discussions with multiple AI companies to bring their apps to its Galaxy devices.
He's essentially making the point that by placing Gemini on Android phones, Google isn't preventing manufacturers from installing AI apps from other providers. It's particularly noteworthy in Samsung's case as the Korean giant is being paid to put Gemini on its phones but based on what Fitzgerald has said, this agreement doesn't prevent Samsung from having Gemini's competitors on the devices as well.
ahe question remains, though, how many AI apps are too many AI apps on a phone?
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