Samsung Says Core Galaxy AI Will Remain Free

Samsung says its core Galaxy AI features will remain free, while advanced capabilities or new services could become paid options in the future. The statement comes as reports based on references in an unreleased Samsung app describe a possible Galaxy AI Premium subscription, but Samsung has not confirmed the plan, its prices or a launch.

The reported subscription would include a Max tier priced at $4.99 a month or $47.99 a year. According to the app findings, that tier could provide four times the usage allowance of free features, alongside access to Gen Video, Bixby Action and Daily Briefing. Those details stem from one report of app references and screenshots, repeated by other reports; they have not been independently confirmed by Samsung.

Gen Video is described as a tool for creating videos from photos, while Bixby Action would automate tasks across apps. The reported Daily Briefing feature has not been described in detail. The app references also reportedly mention a credit-pack option, but no price for additional credits was provided.

The proposed structure would leave some existing tools available without a subscription, although with usage limits. Reported examples...