Samsung has announced that Circle to Search will become available on other Android phones starting in October. This feature has been exclusive to Samsung and Google phones for some time, with the Galaxy and Pixel series being the first to benefit from it. Samsung’s decision to delay the rollout until September may be a strategic move to generate interest and distinguish itself from upcoming Google and Samsung products, such as the rumored Pixel 8a and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 / Z Flip 6.
Samsung’s recent press release celebrated the success of the Galaxy S24 series in the Netherlands and also announced the expansion of Circle to Search to other Android devices by October this year. The company emphasized the uniqueness of the S24 due to this functionality being available exclusively on Samsung and Google devices until September. The feature was introduced by Google on the same day that Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S24, offering users the ability to search without opening their apps. It is akin to an upgraded version of Google Lens, allowing users to conduct searches and access related information by simply tapping the screen.
While this feature will eventually become accessible on other Android devices, it is currently limited to Galaxy and Pixel phones. The decision to extend it to other devices later in the year is likely to coincide with the release of new products from Google and Samsung, such as the anticipated Pixel 8a and Galaxy Z Fold 6 / Z Flip 6. The absence of this feature on upcoming devices, particularly the Pixel 8a, has garnered attention from tech enthusiasts.
The appeal of Circle to Search lies in its speed and simplicity, making it a compelling tool for users. It’s expected that its availability will eventually be expanded to other Android devices, but for the time being, it remains exclusive to Galaxy and Pixel phones. Samsung’s upcoming product launches, including the speculated Pixel 8a and Galaxy Z Fold 6 / Z Flip 6, have raised expectations within the tech community. It will be interesting to see how the inclusion of Circle to Search on these devices impacts their reception and performance.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, the latest model from Samsung, features a standard chipset, an integrated S Pen, a vivid display, and various AI capabilities designed to enhance photo quality and streamline web browsing.
