Key Points:
- Samsung hires ex-Apple Siri lead to head its new North America AI Center, potentially boosting Bixby and Galaxy AI.
- Color E-Paper TV unveiled, featuring ultra-low power consumption and ideal for advertising.
- The EMDX boasts a 32-inch QHD display with 60,000 colors and content management via app or Samsung VTX solution.
Samsung Seeks AI Rejuvenation
Samsung appears to be prioritizing artificial intelligence (AI) with the strategic recruitment of Murat Akbacak, formerly responsible for Siri’s contextual and conversational awareness at Apple. Akbacak is expected to lead Samsung’s newly formed North America AI Center, aiming to revitalize Bixby and other AI features within the Galaxy ecosystem.
This move comes amidst intensifying competition in the AI space, with companies like Apple aggressively introducing new AI functionalities. Akbacak’s expertise in personalization, contextualization, and conversational AI could be instrumental in propelling Samsung’s AI capabilities forward.
Color E-Paper Display Debuts
Samsung showcased a groundbreaking innovation at Infocomm 2024: the Color E-Paper TV. This 32-inch prototype utilizes an energy-efficient color e-ink display, ideal for advertising purposes in various settings like malls, offices, and retail stores. The ultra-low-power EMDX boasts a QHD resolution with 60,000 colors and boasts near-zero power consumption when displaying static content.
Power is only required when refreshing the display. The EMDX features 8GB storage, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and USB connectivity for content management, along with a user-friendly smartphone app and compatibility with Samsung’s VTX solution for remote control. This innovative display offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution for advertising needs.
