{"id":2772,"date":"2018-06-23T10:32:58","date_gmt":"2018-06-23T10:32:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/staging.fonehouse.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2772"},"modified":"2026-04-28T15:53:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T15:53:08","slug":"how-to-use-bixby-on-the-samsung-galaxy-s9","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fonehouse.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-use-bixby-on-the-samsung-galaxy-s9\/","title":{"rendered":"How to use Bixby on the Samsung Galaxy S9"},"content":{"rendered":"

Vocal AI on mobile phones has come a long since Siri hit the market. Samsung\u2019s Bixby is a clever fellow who can help enhance your mobile experience. From working APPS to managing your calendar Bixby is the AI assistant that really does work.<\/p>\n

Getting started with Bixby<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Samsung have essentially given us a wizard. Swipe onto the Bixby home screen and Bixby himself guides you through the setup process. You will start with a little practice saying, \u201cHi Bixby\u201d and then a quick try with a few of Bixby\u2019s common commands. Follow the process and you will quickly be using Bixby and all his advantages.<\/p>\n

Turn on Bixby Voice<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Swipe left on your S9 and you will open the Bixby homepage. If Bixby is turned on you should see the gear icon, this is located next to the Bixby Vision Eye. If its currently turned off hit the overflow menu which is located at the top right hand of the screen and select settings. Here you can turn Bixby on and off. If you don\u2019t want to vocally activate Bixby just hold the S9\u2019s side button<\/p>\n

Which Apps work with Bixby<\/strong><\/h3>\n

When Bixby launched it only worked with Samsung\u2019s own apps. After a few updates Bixby is gradually getting integrated with the most commonly used apps. Currently Bixby works with the following apps.<\/p>\n

    \n
  • Facebook<\/li>\n
  • Foursquare<\/li>\n
  • Email<\/li>\n
  • Gallery<\/li>\n
  • Contacts<\/li>\n
  • LinkedIn<\/li>\n
  • CNN<\/li>\n
  • Reminder<\/li>\n
  • Calendar<\/li>\n
  • Samsung Health<\/li>\n
  • Briefing<\/li>\n
  • Samsung Internet<\/li>\n
  • Alarm<\/li>\n
  • Samsung Music<\/li>\n
  • YouTube<\/li>\n
  • Samsung Themes<\/li>\n
  • Weather<\/li>\n
  • Twitter<\/li>\n
  • Video<\/li>\n
  • Uber<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    It\u2019s a long list but its clear that as apps become popular Bixby labs will work on integrating Bixby quicker.<\/p>\n

    Using Bixby whilst the S9 is locked<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    You can use Bixby while your phone is in lock mode by either saying \u201cHi Bixby\u201d or holding the side button. One draw back is Bixby cannot action your request unless the phone is unlocked.<\/p>\n

    What can I ask Bixby?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    As Bixby progresses more and more commands will become available. Bixby does offer a list of the most common commands. To access this, go to Bixby\u2019s overflow menu and then tap apps with voice, select the app you want to use, and you will see a full list of Bixby commands that work with that app. Another ay is trial and error.<\/p>\n

    It can be fun to find out what Bixby does and doesn\u2019t know.
    \nBixby has a great list of general commands that work Samsung\u2019s common apps. Check out this list below and give them a try on your Samsung Galaxy S9.<\/p>\n

    Bixby\u2019s most common commands<\/strong><\/h3>\n
      \n
    • Say \u201cOpen\u201d and any app name to open that app<\/li>\n
    • Say \u201ctake screen shot\u201d to take a screen shot<\/li>\n
    • Say \u201copen Chrome\u201d to open Google Chrome<\/li>\n
    • Say \u201cClose recent apps\u201d to close all open apps<\/li>\n
    • Say \u201cTake a selfie\u201d<\/li>\n
    • Say \u201ctake a picture with rear camera\u201d<\/li>\n
    • Say \u201cturn off HDR\u201d<\/li>\n
    • Say \u201cTurn Flash off\u201d<\/li>\n
    • Say \u201cwhat\u2019s 12 plus 8\u201d Bixby is a calculator on the move<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Bixby Vision commands<\/strong><\/h3>\n
        \n
      • Say \u201cSearch Bixby Vision\u201d<\/li>\n
      • Say \u201cOpen Bixby Vision\u201d<\/li>\n
      • Say \u201cTranslate this text\u201d<\/li>\n
      • Say \u201cshow nearby pubs\u201d this works with any command like restaurant and dry cleaners etc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Bixby\u2019s operation commands<\/strong><\/h3>\n
          \n
        • Say \u201chow much data have I used this month\u201d<\/li>\n
        • Say \u201cChange the wallpaper\u201d<\/li>\n
        • Say \u201cturn on battery saving mode\u201d<\/li>\n
        • Say \u201cTurn volume down\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Basically, Bixby can perform most operational and setting commands. It\u2019s a real bonus for Galaxy S9 fans.<\/p>\n

          Bixby\u2019s contacts and phone commands<\/strong><\/h3>\n
            \n
          • Say \u201ccall dad\u201d You can call anyone if the contact is in your phone<\/li>\n
          • Say \u201caccept\u201d to take a call<\/li>\n
          • Say \u201cdecline\u201d to ignore a call<\/li>\n
          • Say \u201cTurn of ringtone\u201d<\/li>\n
          • Say \u201cblock last number\u201d<\/li>\n
          • Say \u201cshow missed calls\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            This is another area where Bixby really does stand out of the vocal AI crowd.
            \nIf you are a Samsung fan looking for a great phone with amazing vocal AI, then the\u00a0Samsung galaxy S9 is the phone for you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            Vocal AI on mobile phones has come a long since Siri hit the market. Samsung\u2019s Bixby is a clever fellow who can help enhance your mobile experience. From working APPS to managing your calendar Bixby is the AI assistant that really does work. Getting started with Bixby Samsung have essentially given us a wizard. 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