{
  "id": 19439571,
  "title": "Samsung could give Bixby Gemini-style autonomous agent powers with One UI 9.5",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/samsung-could-give-bixby-gemini-style-autonomous-agent-powers-with",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-11-11T03:14:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Android Police",
    "slug": "android-police",
    "url": "https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-could-give-bixby-gemini-style-autonomous-agent-powers-one-ui-9-5-update/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Samsung is reportedly set to enhance its Bixby assistant with features akin to Gemini's autonomous agents through the upcoming One UI 9.5. Currently, Bixby trails behind Gemini in executing agentic tasks that involve recurring background activities. Samsung's discovery of the \"Actions\" feature in the beta version of the Bixby app suggests a significant upgrade on the horizon. In the beta version, users can task Bixby to create a daily exchange rate report, to which Bixby responds by asking if the user wants to set this as a recurring task. The user can then confirm or cancel this action. The new Actions functionality can be managed through a dedicated page, where users can pin, delete, pause or play these tasks. There's also an option to view the task's chat log. While details are scarce as to whether these actions will mirror the functionality of Scheduled Actions, which are limited to single-prompt but recurring outputs, Samsung's move represents a notable leap in AI capabilities for Bixby, further elevating its versatility across routine management, device controls, and more. Additionally, Samsung is reportedly working on adding voice recording for third-party apps like WhatsApp, Messenger, and Viber, though specifics regarding app support are yet to be confirmed. Other anticipated updates in One UI 9.5 include a Pixel Screenshots-like feature, enabling users to search within screenshots, and potential enhancements to Samsung Keyboard such as a shortening tool and built-in translation. One UI 9.5, based on Android 17 QPR, is slated for release early in 2027 and is expected to roll out across various Samsung Galaxy devices. However, the initial rollout could be limited to flagship models like the Galaxy S27 series, or possibly earlier to devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8, depending on Samsung's strategy.",
  "summary": "Bixby is getting one step closer to Gemini",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}