Samsung Unveils AI-Driven Vision at Developer Conference 2024

Samsung Showcases AI for All Vision at Developer Conference 2024

Edge AI boosts security and speed by processing data locally without the cloud. At the annual Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) 2024, Samsung Electronics shared its vision for a more personalised and secure experience with multi-device AI technology, themed "AI for All." The event drew around 3,000 developers, partners, and media attendees, marking a decade of collaboration and innovation, Samsung said on October 4. At SDC24, Samsung reiterated its commitment to using AI technology to unlock new possibilities, protect personal information, and enhance the daily lives of all its users. Also Read: Qualcomm Launches Wireless Networking Platform With Wi-Fi 7 and Edge AI Jong-Hee Han, Vice Chairman and CEO of Samsung's Device eXperience Division, emphasised the importance of open collaboration in today's AI era. "Samsung Electronics will continue advancing AI technology to a level where AI automatically recognises each user individually -- from their voice to their location -- to provide a more personalized experience," he explained. "These efforts will create more convenient and secure multi-device experiences by leveraging Samsung's AI-based software, platform innovation, and security technology," he added. The conference also highlighted advancements in Samsung's Bespoke AI appliances, which incorporate features like AI Vision Inside in refrigerators with AI Family Hub and AI Floor Detect in robotic vacuums. According to Samsung, as of March 2024, AI Vision Inside can recognise up to 33 food items, such as fresh fruits and vegetables. If a food item is not recognisable, it may be listed as an unknown item. AI Vision Inside recognises food items based on deep learning models, which are periodically updated to improve accuracy. Samsung says its smart home appliances leverage the best of AI technology to make life better, simpler, and easier than ever, and that capability grows even stronger with the AI-upgraded Bixby. Users can control their entire smart home from anywhere within earshot of a Bixby-enabled appliance. Samsung also noted that Bixby's enhanced capabilities extend to Samsung smart TVs. The mobile remote control feature enables users to control their TV from their phone, and Samsung AI Cast can send AI-generated results from mobile devices to the TV. Available from the TV home screen, users can enjoy images and content lists developed with generative AI, including integration with ChatGPT. Samsung said it is integrating AI across its visual display applications as well, from AI Upscaling and AI Customisation on smart TVs to offering a new Daily Board Software Development Kit (SDK) for developers to turn any smart TV screen into a one-stop shop for daily information like weather, device health, and local updates, through a new partnership with Nextdoor. Reportedly, Samsung also showcased its signage solutions with Visual Experience Transformation (VXT), a software platform and accompanying content management solution (CMS) for content production, operation, and management. The company said that by using an AI-powered chatbot with the Pre-Integrated Repeatable Solution (PIRS) and Widget and Extension (WiNE) Framework, VXT offers efficient, streamlined signage solutions and allows developers to seamlessly integrate solutions and simplify processes on the platform. Samsung's Tizen OS will harness on-device AI to boost performance and usability, with new SDKs for developers to create innovative applications. The SmartThings platform will also leverage AI to provide real-time home management insights through the new Home Insight feature. "Samsung is using advanced AI technology to unlock higher-level SmartThings experiences and explore a wider range of partnerships," the company said. Also Read: Honeywell Unveils AI Solutions to Enhance Efficiency in Energy Sector Samsung also introduced its plan to have all its products with screens run the SmartThings Hub. This plan includes adding Edge AI technology based on the SmartThings Hub, which embeds AI capabilities in connected home devices, contributing to the vision of a truly AI-enhanced home. What is Edge AI? Edge AI is a technology that processes data with high-performance devices at home, without going through the cloud. It enables faster data processing and more robust security. Samsung also highlighted the expansion of Passkey, which will come to Tizen beginning with 2025 TV models, refrigerators with AI Family Hub, and other AI-powered home appliances. Passkey will bring greater convenience and security to users, while also supporting web browser-based logins via mobile QR code scanning, Samsung said.

[SDC24] Keynote: A Decade of Innovation and a Journey Toward AI for All

Samsung Electronics showcased its vision and innovations in software, services and platforms during the Samsung Developer Conference 2024 (SDC24) on October 3 at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. Celebrating the tenth anniversary of Samsung Developer Conference, SDC24 welcomed approximately 3,000 developers, partners and media from around the world under the theme "AI for All -- A Decade of Open Innovation and Beyond." Samsung Newsroom attended SDC24 to observe the possibilities of a new future powered by AI. The event commenced with a keynote address by Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. During his speech, Han unveiled a vision of delivering more personalized and secure experiences through multi-device AI technology. "In the future, Samsung devices will recognize who is speaking and deliver a customized experience. What's more, connected devices and sensors throughout the home will be able to recognize your location to provide another level of personalization," he said. "As Samsung has the widest range of devices from mobile to TVs and home appliances, I believe we are best positioned to provide this customized AI experience." Daehyun Kim, Executive Vice President and Head of Global AI Center, Samsung Research, outlined the company's AI research direction and security technology strategy. "We have more solutions that protect your privacy without compromising game-changing technology and experiences, for both on-device AI and cloud AI experiences," he said. "Our generative AI for text, images and speech has come to life through work with our partners and plays a crucial role in shaping our vision for the future of AI." Samsung is integrating AI across its portfolio to enhance customer experiences. The company announced plans to extend One UI beyond mobile devices to become the software experience for all Samsung consumer products. "As we want more people to benefit from AI experiences, we will be expanding a selection of these Galaxy AI experiences beyond our flagship devices into our A series and continue to bring Galaxy AI to the entire Galaxy ecosystem," said Sally Hyesoon Jeong, Executive Vice President and Head of Framework R&D, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business. She also gave attendees a sneak peek into the forthcoming One UI 7. The beta version will be available to developers before the end of this year. "We're exploring a brand new UX design," Jeong added. "One UI 7 will bring a fresh new look to the entire interface." "We've been working on new ways to integrate Bixby into our AI home to control appliances and improve experiences," said Young Ah Lee, Vice President and Head of UX, Digital Appliances (DA) Business. "Our latest update for Bixby leverages AI technology to make your interactions with appliances as easy as talking to a friend." Moon-soo Kim, Vice President and Head of Application S/W R&D, Visual Display (VD) Business, shared how the upgraded Bixby helps users find and enjoy tailored TV content with simple voice commands. Meanwhile, Samsung AI Cast allows AI-generated materials from mobile devices to be sent directly to Samsung TVs. "These kinds of interactions make Samsung TVs truly the best experience for AI interoperability," he said. In January of this year, Samsung launched Samsung Visual eXperience Transformation (VXT) -- a next-generation content management solution. Alex YW Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Visual eXperience PM, Visual Display (VD) Business, showcased how users can create and organize B2B displays with AI and access a broad range of Pre-Integrated Repeatable Solutions from partners. "As we look ahead to the future of VXT, we're continuing to find new ways to partner with developer communities," he said. "Join us in shaping this new ecosystem and producing the world's best apps and services on VXT." In addition, Samsung revealed the latest SmartThings updates that rely on open collaboration and AI to offer more personalized and seamless user experiences. "We just released Home Insight," said Jaeyeon Jung, Executive Vice President and Head of SmartThings, Device Platform Center. "Designed to understand the way you live, it provides timely home reports and delivers recommendations tailored to your usage patterns, preferences and even the time of year." Hobum Kwon, Vice President and Head of Platform, Samsung Research, highlighted how Tizen OS includes AI models powered by Samsung's neural processing unit chips and offers improved connectivity with Galaxy devices. "Tizen's clean software architecture ensures that Tizen devices receive OS upgrades for up to seven years," he said. Platform innovation is propelled by advanced security technology. "Samsung is committed to advancing AI responsibly, and we have three core AI ethics principles -- fairness, transparency and accountability -- that guide everything we do," said Shin Baik, Head of Security Assurance, Device Platform Center. "We believe that automating vulnerability detection is essential to keeping pace with this evolving threat landscape. This means that we use AI technology to conduct automated security checks on new products. You'll see this first on Tizen products, and we'll continue rolling this capability out across Samsung's entire product and service portfolio." Throughout the presentation, attendees witnessed Samsung's latest software technologies and developer support initiatives. Samsung will continue growing its AI ecosystem through open collaboration with developers and partners to reinforce the company's competitive edge in the AI era.

Samsung Celebrates 10 Years of SDC and Spotlights AI-Based Innovation at SDC24

Conference emphasizes how more personalized, secure customer experiences are enabled by wide-ranging innovations in AI technology Users can do more with their devices; developers can build and create for the future Samsung Electronics today held its annual Samsung Developer Conference (SDC) at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. Celebrating a decade of collaboration and innovation with developers, the company shared its vision for providing a more personalized and secure experience with the latest multi-device AI technology in the spirit of "AI for All." With about 3,000 developers, partners and media in attendance, Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics said, "We have continued our journey of innovation with our many developers and partners for the last ten years," highlighting the importance of open collaboration to strengthen both competitiveness and mutual growth in today's AI era. JH shared further detail surrounding the company's commitment to using AI technology to offer stronger security, advanced personalization, better family care experiences and new opportunities for B2B businesses. "Samsung Electronics will continue advancing AI technology to a level where AI automatically recognizes each user individually -- from their voice to their location -- to provide a more personalized experience," he explained. "These efforts will create more convenient and secure multi-device experiences by leveraging Samsung's AI-based software, platform innovation and security technology." In addition, the company announced that it will integrate the software experience of its major product lines -- from mobile devices to TVs and home appliances -- under the name One UI next year. By providing a cohesive product experience and committing to software upgrades for up to seven years, Samsung will continue to bring innovation for its customers. To realize its AI for All vision, Samsung will also create AI for good, empowering innovators to leverage new technologies to break new ground, address societal challenges head-on and create a better world for future generations. At SDC24, the company reiterated its commitment to use AI technology to open possibilities, protect personal information and enhance the daily lives of all who use it. Building on over a decade of investment into advanced intelligence technologies, Samsung shared how its commitment to AI for All is guiding the company's research and innovation roadmap for developers and customers alike. Inspired by the need to create AI rooted in personalization for every individual, Samsung's AI is made for all; it's for families who want to make managing their evening routines easier, homeowners who are getting used to new spaces, and creators and innovators exploring cutting-edge technologies for inspiration. Samsung is providing AI for All without compromising privacy by leveraging on-device AI capabilities, while continuing to offer game-changing performance through cloud and generative AI. Samsung is also committed to developing AI to better our world, as all employees uphold the global AI ethics principles of "Fairness," "Transparency" and "Accountability" for both developing and using AI. The AI for All strategy will more closely integrate Galaxy AI on mobile devices to enhance productivity, creativity and communication; Bespoke AI appliances to simplify users' daily life; AI-powered displays on Samsung smart TVs with Tizen; and cross-platform AI enhancements coming to Bixby, SmartThings and One UI 7. One UI has always been designed to bring users the most personalized, creative and productive experiences possible on mobile devices. Samsung previewed a sneak peek of One UI 7 at SDC24, highlighting its new UX focused on simple, impactful and emotive design alongside more ways to seamlessly integrate Galaxy AI features into daily activities. One UI 7 beta will be available to developers before the end of this year. Samsung's Bespoke AI appliances are bringing better experiences to the entire household, from the kitchen to the living room. With AI Vision Inside in the refrigerator with AI Family Hub™ or AI-applied features like AI Floor Detect in the Bespoke Jet Bot Combo™ AI, Samsung's smart home appliances leverage the best of AI technology to make lives better, simpler and easier than ever. That capability grows even stronger with the AI-upgraded Bixby. Users can control their entire smart home from anywhere within earshot of a Bixby-enabled appliance. Bixby also provides accessibility benefits for users. For increased accessibility at home, it can open appliance doors with a simple call, without wake-up commands thanks to the Auto Open Door. Bixby's enhanced capabilities extend to Samsung smart TVs, as well. Users can now search for content using only descriptive details and customizing settings with multiple commands, thanks to Bixby. Inspired by a continued commitment to simplifying the lives of everyday users, the mobile remote control feature enables users to control their TV from their phone and Samsung AI Cast can send AI-generated results from mobile devices to the TV. Available from the TV home screen, users can enjoy images and content lists developed with generative AI, including an integration with ChatGPT, now on a bigger display. Samsung is integrating AI across its visual display applications too, from AI Upscaling and AI Customization on smart TVs to offering a new Daily Board Software Development Kit (SDK) for developers to turn any smart TV screen into a one-stop-shop for daily information like weather, device health and local updates through a new partnership with Nextdoor. Samsung also showcased the next generation of signage solutions with Visual Experience Transformation (VXT), its software platform and accompanying content management solution (CMS) for content production, operation and management. By using an AI-powered chatbot with the Pre-Integrated Repeatable Solution (PIRS) & Widget aNd Extension (WiNE) Framework, VXT offers efficient, streamlined signage solutions and allows developers to seamlessly integrate solutions and simplify processes on the platform. Samsung's major OS Tizen is bringing its industry-leading experience to more devices and services, as Samsung has equipped certain AI-enabled home appliances with the AI Home, a 7-inch LCD touchscreen display. Tizen is also getting a boost with Tizen AI services. Powered by the Samsung Neural Processing Unit (NPU) and optimized to suit Samsung products and respond to user needs, Tizen AI services will provide smarter, safer and more personalized experiences, from controlling echo and noise levels while watching TV or making video calls to analyzing users' writing styles to improve notetaking. Samsung's commitment to enhancing experiences with AI is also reflected by stronger interoperability between Tizen and the Galaxy ecosystem. Multi-Control, which enables users to navigate and control both their smartphone and tablet using the same Bluetooth tools including mice and keyboards, will extend to smart monitors and TVs with Tizen. Samsung has developed Tizen based on RISC-V for developers, and a new SDK for Tizen applications designed with RISC-V will be available in 2026. Tizen also supports the latest version of Flutter, the cross-platform development framework, and will continue providing extension tools for app developers for a greater level of debugging and profiling. Over the past decade, Samsung SmartThings has grown into one of the largest connected platforms with more than 350 million subscribers and over 340 "Works with SmartThings" (WWST) partners. Samsung is using advanced AI technology to unlock higher-level SmartThings experiences and explore a wider range of partnerships. SmartThings will play a key role as the groundbreaking technology that sets the company's products and services apart. One of the major updates coming to SmartThings this month is Home Insight, which analyzes user data, usage patterns, device history and home stats collected in real time to offer a better home experience. It also recommends features to optimize the home, such as powering off idle devices while away during a specific time of day or season. Plus, the Galaxy Tab S10 is equipped with the Home Insight Widget, so it can be conveniently used as a home dashboard to monitor and control the house. Samsung also introduced its plan to have all its products with screens run the SmartThings Hub. This will make Samsung devices better at working together to take care of the home, and even includes connectivity with partner devices. The plan includes adding Edge AI technology based on the SmartThings Hub, which embeds AI capabilities in the home's connected devices, contributing to the vision of a truly AI-enhanced home. In the spirit of open collaboration and innovation, Samsung shared the details of its latest SmartThings partnerships. This included a new partnership with various smart key developers, including Schlage and Aqara, which will add the SmartThings Door Lock function to the Digital Home Key inside Samsung Wallet in 2025. Sustainability was also highlighted, particularly a partnership between SmartThings and Kohler. Kohler's Chief Sustainable Living Officer (U.S.) Laura Kohler joined Jaeyeon Jung, Executive Vice President and Head of SmartThings, onstage to share how the new integration will help users monitor and reduce water usage with smart showerheads and faucets. Tobin Richardson, Head of the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), virtually announced that Samsung SmartThings was the first service to adopt the Matter 1.3 standard, playing a crucial role in the continued support and expansion of the Matter ecosystem. Samsung also introduced a closer integration between SmartThings and Samsung Health. Girish Naganathan, CTO of the continuous glucose monitoring system (CGM) company Dexcom, joined Samsung onstage to discuss the companies' shared vision of more personalized, convenient health management at home, for both users and their loved ones. Finally, Samsung continued to highlight its commitment to robust security and privacy standards. With Samsung Knox, the company is continuing to invest in strengthening its security governance to ensure that the latest AI experiences never require the sacrificing of personal data. The blockchain-based, multi-device security solution Knox Matrix will expand from mobile devices to TVs and home appliances to further enhance security across multi-device experiences. Samsung also highlighted the expansion of Passkey, which will come to Tizen beginning with 2025 TV models, the refrigerator with AI Family Hub™ and home appliances with AI Home. Passkey will bring greater convenience and security to users, while also supporting web browser-based logins through mobile QR code scanning. Each of these features has a major role to play in keeping users more secure, developers supported, and devices offering the latest and greatest AI-powered innovations to make the most of our new AI era. Samsung invites developers, creators and partners, among others, to join in its commitment to open innovation and better experiences enabled by connectivity. For additional information about SDC24, please visit www.developer.samsung.com/sdc.

Samsung Developer Conference 2024: One UI 7, AI Integration, and New SmartThings features unveiled

Samsung Electronics showcased its latest innovations in software, services, and platforms at the Samsung Developer Conference 2024 (SDC24) held at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center in California. The event, themed "AI for All -- A Decade of Open Innovation and Beyond," highlighted advancements in personalized, secure AI experiences and platform development. Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman and CEO of Samsung's Device eXperience (DX) Division, outlined a future where Samsung devices deliver personalized experiences through multi-device AI integration. Samsung aims to enhance user experiences by enabling devices to recognize users and adapt services based on their location. Han emphasized Samsung's extensive device ecosystem, spanning mobile phones to home appliances, positioning the company to offer seamless, tailored AI solutions. Daehyun Kim from Samsung Research discussed the company's AI research direction, stressing the balance between innovation and security. He highlighted generative AI advancements in text, images, and speech, underscoring the importance of privacy in these AI-driven experiences. Samsung plans to expand its One UI interface beyond mobile devices, integrating it across all consumer electronics. One UI 7 Beta: Samsung is broadening its AI capabilities across its entire product lineup, including the Galaxy A series. Sally Hyesoon Jeong, Executive Vice President of Mobile eXperience (MX) at Samsung, announced that Galaxy AI experiences will no longer be limited to flagship models. Additionally, she previewed the upcoming One UI 7, which will feature a redesigned user interface, with a beta version set to be released for developers by the end of the year. Stable version is expected only in 2025. AI Updates to Bixby Voice Assistant: Samsung's Bixby voice assistant is evolving with new AI-driven capabilities designed to simplify interactions with home appliances through conversational commands. Moon-soo Kim from the Visual Display (VD) Business explained how Samsung TVs will integrate AI features, allowing users to transfer AI-generated content from mobile devices to TVs using Samsung AI Cast. In addition, Samsung's Visual eXperience Transformation (VXT), launched earlier this year, offers advanced content management tools for B2B users. Alex YW Lee, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display (VD) Business, highlighted how AI can streamline the organization and management of digital displays, boosting efficiency. Samsung also announced updates to its SmartThings platform, which uses AI to deliver personalized home management insights. Jaeyeon Jung, Executive Vice President of the Device Platform Center, introduced "Home Insight," a new feature that provides recommendations based on user patterns and seasonal trends. Hobum Kwon from Samsung Research showcased advancements in the Tizen operating system, which now integrates AI models powered by neural processing units. Tizen OS offers up to seven years of upgrades, enhancing device connectivity. Security remains a priority, with Samsung focusing on responsible AI use guided by principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability, as highlighted by Shin Baik, Head of Security Assurance. Throughout SDC24, Samsung emphasized its commitment to collaborating with developers and partners to drive AI innovation. The company plans to expand its AI ecosystem through open partnerships, ensuring it remains competitive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. SDC24 provided a comprehensive overview of Samsung's vision for the future of AI, focusing on personalization, security, and open collaboration.

[SDC24] Photo: Embracing Samsung's AI Innovations With Developers Around the World

The Samsung Developer Conference 2024 (SDC24) kicked off on October 3 at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. SDC24 attendees engaged in intellectual exchange with one another and shared their visions for enhancing the lives and experiences of users. Samsung Newsroom captured some highlights from the event, which brought together developers and Samsung Electronics partners from around the world. Tech Session at SDC24 became a platform for Samsung executives and employees to present the current state and future vision of Samsung's AI innovations. This year, Tech Session was divided into five themes -- Device AI, SmartThings, Responsible AI, Advanced Tech and Enterprise & Ecosystem. Each theme highlighted AI innovations spanning the entire product line including Galaxy AI, AI TVs and Bespoke AI appliances as well as the platforms that power these AI products. Discussions also touched on establishing a blueprint for enhanced security technologies. Among the innovations discussed that captivated attendees were the AI capabilities of Samsung TVs, which have been refined to more accurately recognize users and contexts for optimal viewing. Also on the agenda were Bespoke AI appliances equipped with Bixby to upgrade the smart home experience. . Additionally, the Samsung Health SDK Suite offered a glimpse into the future of digital health with its potential to transform the healthcare ecosystem. SDC24 featured diverse programs designed to foster communication and interaction among developers including Open Stage, where various external speakers shared their knowledge and industry expertise; a Q&A session with Tech Session speakers; and the Roundtable, discussion sessions for attendees to explore the exhibits and exchange ideas. Developer Tiffany Janzen, the founder of TiffinTech, spoke about the future of everyday life shaped by the convergence of AI and IoT during Open Stage. Meanwhile, Q&A session attendees participated in lively discussions and shared valuable insights. Tech Square, an exhibition space showcasing Samsung's latest innovations, provided participants with a firsthand look at the company's cutting-edge software and AI-based services. Developers lined up to explore the latest AI features integrated into TVs, home appliances and more. The Generative Wallpaper feature on Samsung TVs as well as the Bespoke AI Family Hub™ in particular garnered a large amount of attention from developers. Celebrating its 10 anniversary, SmartThings evolved with AI to launch Home Insight and expand SmartThings Hub to a wider range of products. HARMAN, a Samsung subsidiary, made an appearance at the event as well. The company introduced technology aimed at helping developers enter the automotive app market and demonstrated its Ignite platform, offering a variety of in-vehicle experiences including automotive apps. Partner companies leading software and device innovation were also present at Tech Square. The Partnership Zone provided a comprehensive overview of their devices and solutions within the SmartThings and Samsung Health ecosystem. Attendees experienced different real-life scenarios with treadmills, blood pressure monitors, smart body scales and more for an up-close look at the future of personalized healthcare at home through the seamless integration of Samsung Health and SmartThings. Additionally, Samsung Wallet saw further advancements through collaborations with various partners, including smart key companies. For instance, the door lock functionality of SmartThings has been integrated into Samsung Wallet as a digital home key for improved convenience and usability. From mobile payment to storing digital IDs and event tickets, most of Samsung Wallet's existing features were developed and launched in close collaboration with partner companies. Featuring a total of 13 coding programs, Code Lab provided developers with hands-on coding experiences covering topics such as health, SmartThings, Samsung Wallet and automotive apps. After selecting their areas of interest, developers solved various software challenges under a time limit for an engaging and interactive experience.