New AI Features Arrive on Galaxy S23, S24 & S25 — What You Get and What’s Missing
Samsung Expands One UI 8.5 With AI Upgrades for Galaxy Users
Millions of Galaxy smartphones will soon have access to a plethora of cutting-edge AI-powered capabilities according to Samsung’s upcoming One UI 8.5 update. These clever tools, which were first unveiled with the next Galaxy S26 series, are now being added to previous flagship models such as the Galaxy S25 and S24.
What about the Galaxy S23 series, though?
We now have a definitive answer thanks to recent leaks, however the upgrade has certain drawbacks in addition to exciting enhancements.
Galaxy S23 Gets Smarter With New AI Features
According to a leaked changelog shared by trusted tipster Tarun Vats, Samsung is extending some of its next-generation AI capabilities to the Galaxy S23 lineup. While not the full package, the upgrade still delivers meaningful enhancements.
1. Smarter Bixby With Natural Language Understanding
The biggest highlight of the update is a major upgrade to Bixby, Samsung’s virtual assistant.
With the new AI integration, Bixby can now:
- Understand natural, conversational language
- Help users quickly find settings without manual searching
- Provide personalized suggestions based on user requests
For example:
- Say “Turn on Quick Share” — and it activates instantly
- Mention “My eyes feel strained” — and it enables Eye Comfort Shield
- Say “The screen is too bright at night” — and it switches on Extra Dim mode
This makes everyday phone interactions faster and far more intuitive.
2. AI-Powered Suggestions for Better Phone Usage
Another useful addition is Bixby’s ability to offer smart advice.
You can ask questions like:
- “How can I save battery without losing performance?”
Bixby will respond with tailored suggestions, helping users optimize their device without digging through complicated menus.
3. Improved Photo Assist for Creative Editing
Samsung has also enhanced Photo Assist, making it more flexible for users who enjoy AI-generated edits.
With the new update:
- You can continuously generate image variations
- No need to save each version before trying a new one
This streamlines the editing process and makes creative experimentation easier.
What Galaxy S23 Users Won’t Get (For Now)
While the update is impressive, it doesn’t include everything available on newer devices.
Here are the key features missing from the Galaxy S23 version of One UI 8.5:
- Advanced Audio Eraser (for removing background noise in media)
- Creative Studio (enhanced AI content tools)
- Call Screening features
- Full integration with Apple-style AirDrop sharing improvements
Additionally, file sharing will now be more restricted, allowing transfers only between users logged into Samsung or Google accounts — a move aimed at improving security.
Why Some Features Are Missing
The limitation likely comes down to hardware capabilities.
The Galaxy S24 series introduced the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, designed with powerful AI processing in mind. This chip includes:
- A more efficient Neural Processing Unit (NPU)
- Better support for on-device AI models
- Improved performance for generative AI tasks
Since the Galaxy S23 uses older hardware, it may not be able to handle all advanced AI features without affecting performance.
Will More AI Features Come to Galaxy S23 Later?
There’s still hope.
Samsung hasn’t completely ruled out bringing more AI tools to older devices in future updates. However, for now, the company appears to be prioritizing newer models for its full Galaxy AI experience.
Final Thoughts
The One UI 8.5 update is a solid step forward for Galaxy S23 users. While it doesn’t deliver the complete AI suite, the improvements to Bixby and Photo Assist still make the device smarter and more user-friendly.
If you’re using a Galaxy S23, this update will enhance your daily experience — even if it leaves you wanting a bit more.
Stay Updated
Keep checking for the latest Samsung updates and AI features as the rollout continues — the future of smartphones is getting smarter faster than ever.
