Compares the naturalness of the voice assistant on the Galaxy S25 to that of the Gemini model.

In a surprising turn of events, Samsung has launched the Galaxy S25 series with a focus on a new voice assistant named Gemini. This move marks a significant shift from the company's previous emphasis on Bixby.

Gemini, the new voice assistant on the Galaxy S25, offers multiple voices to choose from, each sounding very realistic, similar to an actual person. This is a departure from Bixby, whose voices all sound robotic.

While users can still access Bixby on the Galaxy S25, it is no longer the default assistant. Instead, Gemini takes the spotlight, activated by pressing and holding the power button. Bixby, on the other hand, consistently reminds users that they're interacting with AI.

The user-generated voice option for Bixby does not significantly improve the overall naturalness of the conversation. In contrast, conversations with Gemini flow more naturally, making it the preferred choice over Bixby by many, including the author.

One of the reasons for Gemini's popularity is its voice quality. While Google's virtual assistant generally performs better in terms of voice quality, the standard voice of the Gemini voice assistant features new, naturally sounding voices powered by Google's Gemini AI. This integration aims to provide a more lifelike and interactive experience.

Moreover, Gemini Live allows for free-flowing conversations where the user can interrupt the assistant in the middle of an answer, enhancing the overall user experience.

The launch of the Galaxy S25 series indicates Samsung's move away from Bixby and towards Gemini. Despite Bixby's user-generated voice option, it continues to be perceived as less natural than both Google Assistant and Gemini.

In conclusion, the Galaxy S25 series offers a refreshing change in the voice assistant landscape, with Samsung placing less focus on Bixby and favouring the more natural and immersive Gemini.