Editorial illustration for Samsung adds Perplexity AI agent to Galaxy, enabling OS integration
Samsung Galaxy AI Adds Perplexity for Smarter Interactions
Samsung adds Perplexity AI agent to Galaxy, enabling OS integration
Samsung’s latest software update folds the Perplexity AI chatbot straight into the heart of its Galaxy lineup, moving the service beyond a stand‑alone app and into the operating system itself. The move follows a broader push among handset makers to make generative assistants feel less like third‑party add‑ons and more like built‑in utilities. By wiring Perplexity into core Samsung services—Notes, Clock, Gallery, Reminder and Calendar—the company is betting that tighter integration will turn casual queries into workflow‑savvy actions.
That shift matters because it hints at a future where multiple AI agents could coexist on a single device, each drawing on the same data pools without the user having to juggle separate apps. In other words, the phone could become a platform for interchangeable conversational tools rather than a one‑size‑fits‑all solution. The implications for developers, power users and even enterprise customers are immediate: a more open, modular AI environment that leverages existing Samsung software.
So Samsung is opening up the ability to integrate different agents into the OS. Hey, Plex isn’t just some transparent version of the app baked into a Galaxy phone to quickly get answers to questions. Perplexity will have access to Samsung Notes, Clock, Gallery, Reminder, and Calendar, as well as sel
So Samsung is opening up the ability to integrate different agents into the OS. Hey, Plex isn't just some transparent version of the app baked into a Galaxy phone to quickly get answers to questions. Perplexity will have access to Samsung Notes, Clock, Gallery, Reminder, and Calendar, as well as select third-party apps, though which ones specifically Samsung didn't say.
Samsung seems to believe that people will increasingly use AI to interact with their phones. But, as we've learned, people can develop strong attachments to particular AIs. So the company is betting that giving people the freedom to put whatever agent they want at the heart of their phone will help differentiate them from competition like Apple and Google.
Of course, Samsung's next Unpacked event is just around the corner. I'm sure we'll hear more about Galaxy AI and Samsung's vision for a multi-agent future on the 25th.
Will users find the new voice command intuitive? Samsung’s latest software update lets Galaxy S26 owners summon Perplexity with a simple “hey, Plex.” The move expands the existing AI lineup that already includes Bixby and Gemini, positioning the phone as a hub for multiple agents. By granting Perplexity access to Notes, Clock, Gallery, Reminder and Calendar, Samsung hopes to let the assistant pull context from native apps, not just answer web queries.
Yet the depth of that integration remains unclear; developers have not detailed how permissions are managed or whether performance will suffer under heavy multitasking. In practice, the command feels like an extra layer rather than a seamless extension of the OS. And while the company touts a “multi‑agent framework,” the actual user experience will depend on how well these agents cooperate.
Ultimately, the addition shows Samsung’s commitment to diversifying AI options, but whether it translates into measurable productivity gains is still to be determined.
Further Reading
- Galaxy S26 will have a ‘Hey Plex’ Perplexity hotword alongside ‘Hey Google’ & Bixby - 9to5Google
- Samsung is adding Perplexity to Galaxy AI for its upcoming S26 series - Engadget
- Galaxy S26 series is getting 'Hey Plex' and a major AI upgrade - Android Authority
- Galaxy AI turns into a multi-agent ecosystem, adds deep integration ... - GSMArena
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Common Questions Answered
How will users activate the new Perplexity AI on Galaxy S26 devices?
Users can invoke Perplexity using the dedicated voice wake phrase 'Hey Plex' or by pressing and holding the phone's side button. This new integration allows users to access the AI assistant directly within the device's operating system, making it more convenient than a standalone app.
In which Samsung apps will Perplexity AI be integrated?
Perplexity will be integrated into core Samsung apps including Notes, Calendar, Gallery, Clock, and Reminders. The integration allows the AI to work across these native apps, potentially providing more contextual and personalized assistance to users.
Why is Samsung introducing multiple AI agents on the Galaxy S26?
Recent insights show that nearly 80% of users now rely on more than two different AI agents, choosing different tools depending on the task. Samsung is evolving Galaxy AI to support a multi-agent ecosystem, giving users more choice, flexibility, and control over their AI interactions.