Samsung SMA505FN User Manual

Apps and features

Using Bixby

When you say what you want to Bixby, Bixby will launch corresponding functions or show the information you requested.

While pressing and holding the Power key, say what you want to Bixby, and then release your finger from the key when you are finished speaking. Alternatively, say “Hi, Bixby”, and when the device emits a sound, say what you want.

For example, while pressing and holding the Power key, say “How’s the weather today?” The weather information will appear on the screen.

If you want to know the weather tomorrow, while pressing and holding the Power key, just say “Tomorrow?” Because Bixby understands the context of the conversation, it will show you tomorrow’s weather.

"How's the weather today?"

Starting a conversation

Listening

Corresponding function

launched

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If Bixby asks you a question during a conversation, while pressing and holding the Power key, answer Bixby. Or, tap

If you are using headphones or Bluetooth audio, or start a conversation by saying “Hi, Bixby”, you can continue the conversation without tapping the icon. Launch the

→

Settings

→

Automatic listening

and answer Bixby.

→

Hands-free only

Bixby

app and tap

Waking up Bixby using your voice

You can start a conversation with Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby”. Register your voice so that Bixby will respond to your voice when you say “Hi, Bixby”.

Launch the

Tap the

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

Now you can say “Hi, Bixby”, and when the device emits a sound, start a conversation.

Bixby

Wake with “Hi, Bixby”

app and tap →

Settings

switch to activate it.

→

Voice wake-up

Communicating by typing text

If your voice is not recognised due to noisy environments or if you are in a situation where speaking is difficult, you can communicate with Bixby via text.

Launch the

During the communication, Bixby also will answer you through text instead of voice feedback.

Bixby

app, tap , and then type what you want.

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Bixby usages

Launching apps or services

You can launch features quickly via Bixby. You can also use various convenient services, such as ordering coffee or searching for nearby restaurants or hotels and making a reservation.

For example, while pressing and holding the Power key, say “Call mom”, and then release your finger from the Power key. Bixby will now make a call to the contact saved as mom.

Viewing more ways to use Bixby

To view more ways to use Bixby, launch the screen.

You can check out services supported by Bixby and examples of commands.

Bixby

app, and then swipe to the left on the

Some features may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

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Additional Bixby functions

Waking up Bixby while using the speaker

You can wake up Bixby by saying “Hi, Bixby” even when the speaker plays alarms, ringtone, or media.

Launch the

phone speaker playing

Bixby

app, tap →

switch to activate it.

Settings

→

Voice wake-up

, and then tap the

Use when

Checking what Bixby understood

You can check how Bixby understood what you said. If Bixby understood your intention differently, you can let Bixby know the correct meaning.

Drag Bixby’s answer area downwards. What Bixby understood and any used services will appear. If Bixby misunderstood your intention, edit the content and change the app or service to use.

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Using quick commands

You can add quick commands so that you can give commands more quickly and easily. You can also give multiple commands together by adding them to a quick command.

Launch the

Tap

2 3

Quick command word or phrase

Tap

Add a command

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Select a command

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Say a command

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Type a command

Select or enter a command that Bixby will perform.

To add additional commands, tap

Bixby

app and tap →

and select a method you want.

: Select one from the commands list.

: Say your command.

: Type your command.

Quick commands

and enter a quick command name.

Add a command

→ .

Tap

Save

Now you can give multiple commands by saying the quick commands you added.

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Using earphones or a Bluetooth headset

Connect earphones or a Bluetooth headset to the device when your voice is not heard clearly via the built-in microphone due to noisy environments. Press and hold the Call button on earphones or a Bluetooth headset to launch Bixby and say your request to the microphone.

This feature may not be available or its method of use may vary depending on the earphones and Bluetooth headset.

Call button

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Customising the Bixby settings

Launch the

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Language and voice style

style of voice feedback. The selected language is applied only when you talk with Bixby.

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Voice response

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Automatic listening

can respond without pressing the icon. This option is available only if you are using headphones or Bluetooth audio, or start a conversation by saying “Hi, Bixby”.

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Voice wake-up

change the settings for the voice wake-up feature.

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Use while phone locked

launching a map app, while the device is locked.

Bixby

app and tap →

Bixby is only available in some languages, and certain features may not be available depending on your region. To see the list of supported languages, tap

Language

: Change the voice feedback settings for Bixby.

: Set Bixby to automatically listen when it asks a question so you

: Set Bixby to wake up when it hears you say “Hi, Bixby”. You can also

: Set Bixby to complete some actions, such as making a call or

Settings

: Set the language to communicate with Bixby and set the

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Bixby dictation

keyboard is open.

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Wake Bixby with Power key

Power key.

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Marketing notifications

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Privacy

experience.

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About Bixby Voice

: Set to use Bixby’s interactive and customised services to enhance your

: Set Bixby to dictate while pressing and holding the Power key when the

: View the Bixby version and legal information.

: Set the device to launch Bixby when you press and hold the

: Set to receive notifications about marketing information.

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Bixby Vision

Introduction

Bixby Vision is a service that provides various features based on image recognition.

You can use Bixby Vision to quickly search for information by recognising objects or your current location. You can also experience the AR feature, which makes virtual images appear on the preview screen.

Use a variety of useful Bixby Vision features.

Extract or translate text.

Search for images.

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To use this feature, the device must be connected to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.

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To use some Bixby Vision features, you must sign in to your Samsung account.

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The available features and search results may vary depending on the region or service provider.

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This feature may not be available or you may not get correct search results depending on the image size, format, or resolution.

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Samsung is not responsible for the product information provided by Bixby Vision.

Search for locations.

Experience the AR feature.

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Launching Bixby Vision

Launch Bixby Vision using one of these methods.

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In the

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In the

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In the

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If you added the Bixby Vision app icon to the Home screen and Apps screen, launch the

Camera

Gallery

Internet

app, tap

app, select an image and tap .

app, tap and hold an image and tap

Bixby Vision

app.

Searching for similar images

Search for images similar to the recognised object online. You can view various images with properties similar to the object, such as colour or shape.

For example, if you want to know the title of a photo or image, use the Bixby Vision features. The device will search for and show you related information or images with similar characteristics.

Launch the

Tap

2 3

Lens

Select a search result with on it.

The similar images will appear.

Camera

and keep the object within the screen to recognise it.

app and tap

Bixby Vision

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Translating or extracting text

Recognise and show the translated text on the screen. You can also extract text from a document or an image file.

For example, if you want to know what a sign says while travelling abroad, use the Bixby Vision features. The device will translate the sign’s text into the language you select.

Launch the

Tap and keep the text within the screen to recognise it.

The translated text will appear on the screen.

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To extract text, tap . You can share or save the extracted text.

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To save the screen with the translated text as an image, tap . The screen will be saved in

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To change the source or target language, tap the language settings panel at the top of the screen.

Camera

Gallery

app and tap

Bixby Vision

Searching for places and deals

Search for information about nearby places by recognising your current location. You can also view the events being held nearby.

For example, if you want to search for nearby cafes, use the Bixby Vision features. The device will search for and show you nearby cafes.

Launch the

Tap and point the camera towards the direction you want to search for places.

You can view basic information about nearby places.

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If you want to search for places in another direction, point the camera towards the direction.

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To view available deals nearby, tap

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You can view your current location and weather information. To view your current location on the map, point the camera towards the ground. To view the current weather information, point the camera towards the sky.

Camera

app and tap

Bixby Vision

Deals

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Select a search result on the screen.

The device will show the information of nearby places and deals.

Experiencing various AR features

Various apps include the AR feature, which makes virtual images appear on the background or person on the preview screen. You can conveniently experience products and view information without visiting stores or trying them in person. Experience Bixby Vision’s fun and useful AR feature.

Available apps may vary depending on the region or service provider.

Launch the

Tap

•

Apps

Makeup

products’ information. You can find various colours and styles that suit to you.

Styling

online.

Camera

and select the feature you want.

: Try various makeup products on your face in real time and search for the

: Try on pairs of virtual sunglasses. If you like a pair, you can instantly buy them

app and tap

Bixby Vision

Bixby Home

On the Bixby Home screen, you can view recommended services and information that Bixby provides by analysing your usage patterns and your routine.

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To view more content, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.

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To fully use this feature, you must register and sign in to your Samsung account.

Opening Bixby Home

On the Home screen, swipe to the right.

The Bixby Home screen will appear.

When launching this feature for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

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Swipe upwards or downwards to view recommended content.

Recommended content

Access additional options.

Upcoming reminder

To close Bixby Home, swipe to the left on the screen or tap the Back button.

Using recommended content on Bixby Home

When you open Bixby Home, you can view the content that is frequently updated as cards. Swipe upwards or downwards to view the cards.

For example, on the way to the office in the morning, you can view your day’s schedule and play your favourite music on the Bixby Home screen. In the evening, you can view alarms, check your daily activity, and view your friends’ feeds.

The content and order of the cards update automatically at a specified interval. To manually update cards, swipe downwards on the screen.

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Editing cards list

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To pin a card to the top of the Bixby Home screen, tap →

→

tap

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To stop displaying a card on the list, drag the card to the right and tap

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To hide a card from the list, drag the card to the right and tap

Unpin

Selecting apps to show as cards

Add or delete apps to show as cards on the Bixby Home screen.

Pin to top

Hide for now

. To unpin a card,

Don’t show again

On the Bixby Home screen, tap them.

If an app is not installed on the device, you must install it to use it. On the Bixby Home

→

screen, tap

Cards

→

Cards

and then download an app.

and tap the switches next to items to add or delete

Customising the Bixby Home settings

On the Bixby Home screen, tap →

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Customisation Service

your experience.

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Bixby Home content providers

the terms and conditions and privacy policies of each content provider.

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About Bixby Home

: Set to use Bixby’s interactive and customised services to enhance

: View the Bixby Home version and legal information.

Settings

: Read and agree to or withdraw your agreement from

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Reminder

Create reminders to schedule to-do items or to view content later. You will receive notifications at the preset time or location for each reminder.

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To receive more accurate notifications, connect to a Wi-Fi or mobile network.

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To fully use this feature, you must register and sign in to your Samsung account.

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To use location reminders, the GPS feature must be activated.

Starting Reminder

You can start Reminder from Bixby Home.

On the Home screen, swipe to the right.

The Bixby Home screen will appear.

Tap

Get started

The Reminder screen will appear and the Apps screen.

on the

Reminder

card.

Reminder

app icon (

) will be added to the

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Creating reminders

Create reminders with various methods. Reminder will alert you if you create a reminder with a specified time or location setting. You can also save various content, such as a single memo or webpage address, and view it later.

For example, create a reminder to alert you to ‘Water the flowers when I get home’.

Launch the

Tap

Reminder

Write a reminder

Place

→

Set conditions

When I arrive at

→

app.

or and enter ‘Water the flowers’.

→

Done

Pick a place

and set the location to home.

Tap

Save

When you arrive at home, the ‘Water the flowers’ notification will appear.

to save the reminder.

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