Samsung Galaxy Phones Could Get Galaxy AI-Powered Live Translation in WhatsApp Calls Soon

Samsung's Galaxy AI suite, offering various AI-powered features for smartphones, might soon unlock real-time translation capabilities in WhatsApp calls for compatible Galaxy devices.

Live Translate Coming to WhatsApp

A tip from Ice Universe on X (formerly Twitter) suggests that Samsung AI will bring real-time language translation to WhatsApp calls. This feature is expected to arrive via the One UI 6.1.1 update, potentially rolling out to select Galaxy smartphones. This news follows Samsung's earlier confirmation of enabling third-party app support for Galaxy AI features.

Potential Announcement at Galaxy Unpacked

The official announcement of this feature could happen at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for July 10 in Paris. This event might also see the debut of the One UI 6.1.1 update alongside the rumored launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 foldable phones. Interestingly, a leaked marketing image hinting at Galaxy AI integration in these new foldables surfaced online in June.

How Does Live Translate Work?

The Live Translate feature on Samsung phones functions through on-device processing. This means user data is stored locally on the device rather than being sent to a server, potentially addressing privacy concerns. While Samsung hasn't explicitly named the third-party apps that will be compatible, popular options like Telegram and Google Maps could be included.

Potential Benefits and Open Questions

Live Translate has been praised for its user-friendliness, allowing hands-free translation during phone calls and text messages on Samsung devices. It currently supports 13 languages and offers a standalone interpreter tool for real-time audio translations.

The exact implementation details for WhatsApp and other third-party apps remain unclear. Since Samsung's phones already have integrated live translation for calls and texts, it's likely the new feature will extend this functionality to WhatsApp's audio calls and text messages.

Looking Ahead

The upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event might shed more light on the official launch timeline for this feature and potentially reveal the list of compatible third-party apps.

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