Galaxy Buds 3 Now Have Gemini AI

Gemini AI runs on your connected Galaxy phone, not directly in the earbuds.

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The feature needs Samsung’s One UI 8 based on Android 16 for activation.

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Only Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 support Gemini AI right now.

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Stable One UI 8 for Galaxy S25 is set for late September 2025.

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The One UI 8 beta will be available for the S24, Fold6, and Flip6 next week, with more devices to follow next month.

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Update your phone, update your Buds firmware, then enable Gemini in Voice Controls.

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Some users report the setup option missing, even on supported devices.

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Any earbuds can use Gemini AI if paired with a supported Android 16 device.

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More Galaxy users will get hands-free Gemini AI in the coming months.

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Galaxy Buds 3 Now Have Gemini AI

Samsung’s new update brings Google’s Gemini AI assistant to Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro.

Gemini AI runs on your connected Galaxy phone, not directly in the earbuds.

Not Inside the Earbuds

The feature needs Samsung’s One UI 8 based on Android 16 for activation.

Requires Android 16 + One UI 8

Only Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 support Gemini AI right now.

Devices That Work Today

Stable One UI 8 for Galaxy S25 is set for late September 2025.

Galaxy S25 Support Coming

The One UI 8 beta will be available for the S24, Fold6, and Flip6 next week, with more devices to follow next month.

Beta Expanding Soon

Update your phone, update your Buds firmware, then enable Gemini in Voice Controls.

How to Set It Up

Some users report the setup option missing, even on supported devices.

Rollout Is a Bit Wonky

Any earbuds can use Gemini AI if paired with a supported Android 16 device.

Not Exclusive to Samsung

More Galaxy users will get hands-free Gemini AI in the coming months.

Wider Access Coming

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