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Samsung unveiled foldables, a smartwatch, and smart glasses.
The devices support several Gemini-powered features.
Gemini's hardware permissions remain unclear.
Samsung's summer Unpacked event was once again full of AI-powered features, this time with deeper hardware integration. Samsung is leaning on Google's Gemini for expansive automation and deep research capabilities, with Gemini appearing natively across its new hardware lineup, including the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Watch 9, and its upcoming smart glasses.
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If you're looking to upgrade your Samsung Galaxy mobile ecosystem, here are some Gemini features you can expect.
1. Task automation
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