topic AI features in Galaxy S25

Clarification on AI Features for Galaxy Devices After 2025

AsianRabbit — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 16:29:08 GMT

Hi Samsung Team and Community,

I recently read that Galaxy AI features will be provided for free on supported devices until the end of 2025, but some functionalities may require payment afterward. I have some concerns and questions about how this policy might impact users of the Galaxy S25 series.

The primary reason I upgraded to the S25 Ultra from my Note 20 Ultra 5G was the introduction of AI as a core feature, especially since updates for the Note 20 series had ceased. However, I’m concerned about whether these AI features, which were a key selling point of the S25 series, will remain free after 2025 or if additional charges will apply.

Additionally, I’ve noticed the removal of the S Pen functionality in the S25 series, which was already a significant shift for me as a Note user. If AI was marketed as the flagship feature of the S25 Ultra and is later placed behind a paywall, what does that mean for the overall value of the device? Would such a move raise concerns of potential false advertising?

I’d appreciate any clarification on whether AI features will remain free for S25 users after 2025 or if this policy applies universally across all Galaxy devices. Thank you in advance for addressing these concerns.

https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10001639/

AI features

Madison416 — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 23:10:10 GMT

Does anyone know if all the AI features will require a subscription or just some? It's really frustrating how you spend all that money on a phone with AI features, and then they want to charge extra for the features.

Re: Clarification on AI Features for Galaxy Devices After 2025

andrewmcoates — Sat, 25 Jan 2025 23:39:57 GMT

I await the Samsung response. I have ordered a new s25 but if they won't guarantee subscription free service, then I will cancel my order.

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MrGhoul — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 01:02:36 GMT

Samsung, at some point, may charge a fee for some or all AI features, maybe after 2025. But I don't think anyone really knows until Samsung officially speaks on this.

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meself — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 02:18:31 GMT

Don't remember when I first saw it mentioned some months ago there is only one year free with Ai than goes to paid subscription according to what was in article I haven't seen anything official from Samsung yet

Re: Clarification on AI Features for Galaxy Devices After 2025

TheRabbi — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 13:40:10 GMT

AI is a core feature, and will remain so. But all you're owed is the core (gimped) AI features.

Re: Clarification on AI Features for Galaxy Devices After 2025

AsianRabbit — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 15:56:41 GMT

I understand your point, but I’m concerned about what is meant by “core (gimped) AI features.” If parts of the AI experience are placed behind a paywall, it could significantly diminish the value of a phone marketed with AI as a core feature. It’s similar to buying a BMW with built-in heated seats, only to discover you need to pay a subscription fee to actually use them, even though the hardware is already in the car.

Re: Clarification on AI Features for Galaxy Devices After 2025

meself — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 19:26:49 GMT

Been in few articles 1 year of Ai than will be a subscription type thing maybe not best describe but get idea I haven't seen anything official yet from Samsung

Re: AI features

KirkLazarus — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 23:40:54 GMT

After the first 6 months, you will be paying for AI features.

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meself — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 01:27:37 GMT

Where did you see that mentioned

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KirkLazarus — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 02:22:26 GMT

It was in the small print during the unpacked event.

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meself — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 02:30:08 GMT

You were at unpacked

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KirkLazarus — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 02:32:18 GMT

Yeah. If you look at the bottom left of the screen during the AI portion you can see the disclaimer.

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meself — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 02:35:25 GMT

I wasn't at unpacked one day or time I would like to attend

Re: Clarification on AI Features for Galaxy Devices After 2025

SamsungRei — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 15:18:49 GMT

Hello, there! Thank you for this inquiry. Samsung has advised us that at this time, there are no plans to charge for these services.