Hi Bixby, tell me what you can do
Whether you’re a seasoned Samsung Galaxy smartphone user or just exploring the possibilities of the ‘other’ digital voice assistant, Bixby can be a big help when it comes to streamlining your digital life.
Bixby now seamlessly integrates across a vast array of Samsung devices, from the latest Galaxy S and Z series phones and tablets to cutting-edge smart home appliances like Family Hub refrigerators and smart TVs, and even the Galaxy Watch and some Galaxy Book laptops.
Bixby, despite a wobbly start and not being quite as famous as some of its louder Big Tech rivals, has evolved into a powerful tool capable of understanding natural language and executing complex tasks.
It’s more than just voice control too; Bixby leverages visual search, deep device integration, and connections to Samsung’s SmartThings ecosystem, allowing you to control your connected home with ease.
We’ve compiled a list of our favorite Bixby commands to help you unlock its full potential and discover how it can truly simplify your day.
Bixby is no longer just a feature; it’s the central hub of your Samsung experience – here’s how to make the most of it.
Getting started with Bixby
Here are some commands to get you started and used to using your Samsung voice assistant…
“Hi Bixby, show me today’s weather.”
“Hi Bixby, show me tomorrow’s weather.”
“Hi Bixby, do I need an umbrella tomorrow morning?”
“Hi Bixby, how tall is Mount Everest?”
“Hi Bixby, how do you spell restaurant?”
“Hi Bixby, what sound does a cat make?”
“Hi Bixby, what’s my battery level?”
“Hi Bixby, listen to today’s news.”
“Hi Bixby, what’s on my calendar today?”
“Hi Bixby, add an event on Monday at 7am.”
Bixby phone commands
When it comes to your smartphone, Bixby is on hand to help you out with a wide range of things, such as…
“Hi Bixby, turn on auto HDR.”
“Hi Bixby, apply the grayscale filter.”
“Hi Bixby, take a picture.”
“Hi Bixby, calculate 5 plus 10 times 4.”
“Hi Bixby, scan a QR code.”
“Hi Bixby, scan text and translate it to Korean.”
“Hi Bixby, open Bixby Vision and show nearby places within 100 meters of me.”
“Hi Bixby, take a screenshot.”
“Hi Bixby, open Facebook.”
“Hi Bixby, show my most recent app in split screen.”
“Hi Bixby, add a new card to Samsung Pay.”
“Hi Bixby, send an SMS to [contact]”
“Hi Bixby, turn on Airplane mode”
“Hi Bixby, call [contact]”
“Hi Bixby, turn on bedtime mode”
“Hi Bixby, turn mobile roaming off”
Samsung SmartThings commands
To link Bixby to SmartThings, there isn’t much you’re going to need to do. Just make sure you have the SmartThings app downloaded and your Wi-Fi network is functioning properly.
Once you’ve done that, turn on your SmartThings devices. In the app, pop-up windows will alert you to connect them. Voila – you’re set up for Bixby and SmartThings.
“Hi Bixby, show me my devices.”
“Hi Bixby, show my devices at home.”
“Hi Bixby, search for available devices.”
“Hi Bixby, show me a list of devices that Samsung Connect supports.”
“Hi Bixby, add a new robot vacuum cleaner.”
“Hi Bixby, add a mode to home.”
“Hi Bixby, run the Good morning scene in the office.”
“Hi Bixby, turn on the Gloomy Monday automation in the office.”
“Hi Bixby, turn on the speaker.”
“Hi Bixby, play the next song on the speaker.”
“Hi Bixby, show the status of the outlet switch.”
“Hi Bixby, turn on Power Cool for the fridge.”
“Hi Bixby, turn off the icemaker in the fridge.”
“Hi Bixby, change the light to the color blue.”
“Hi Bixby, show the temperature of the motion sensor.”
“Hi Bixby, show the status of the motion sensor’s battery.”
“Hi Bixby, turn on the TV.”
“Hi Bixby, set the TV volume to 10.”
“Hi Bixby, recharge the robot cleaner.”
“Hi Bixby, turn down the temperature on the air conditioner.”
Bixby app commands
Certain apps on your Samsung mobile devices can be controlled using Bixby. Try saying things like…
“Hi Bixby, get me an Uber to Seoul airport.”
“Hi Bixby, tell me how long it will take to get to SFO.”
“Hi Bixby, schedule an Uber for tomorrow at 7pm from SFO airport to home.”
“Hi Bixby, open Google Maps and navigate to the Golden Gate Bridge.”
“Hi Bixby, open Gmail and compose email for John Silver with subject ‘meeting’ and copy Amy.”
“Hi Bixby, open Facebook and show posts.”
“Hi Bixby, open Facebook and post a recent picture.”
“Hi Bixby, open Instagram and post the most recent picture I took with the caption ‘party time’.”
“Hi Bixby, open WhatsApp and show me the messages from David.”
“Hi Bixby, open WhatsApp and send a message that says see you tomorrow to David.”
“Hi Bixby, open Google Play Store and download Snapchat.”
“Hi Bixby, open YouTube and search for Galaxy S9.”
“Hi Bixby, open Yelp and search for Thai restaurants in San Francisco.”
“Hi Bixby, open Yelp and call the vegetarian that is open right now in San Francisco.”
“Hi Bixby, open Expedia and find hotels for 2 nights in New York from July 1st.”
“Hi Bixby, open Expedia and find flights from Chicago to New York for July 1st to 3rd.”
“Hi Bixby, open Recipes and show me a recipe for a chicken dinner.”
“Hi Bixby, open Flight Status and tell me the status of flight EK 226.”
“Hi Bixby, open Google Play Music and search for the song ‘Happy Birthday'”
Bixby FAQs
On most Galaxy phones, you can activate Bixby by pressing and holding the side button (formerly the Bixby button). You can also say “Hi Bixby” if voice wake-up is enabled in your settings. On other devices like TVs and refrigerators, there will be a dedicated Bixby button on the remote or a voice activation setting.
Yes, Bixby integrates with Samsung’s SmartThings platform, allowing you to control compatible smart home devices with voice commands. You can turn lights on/off, adjust thermostats, lock doors, and more.
Yes, Bixby can control music playback on various apps. Use commands like “Play [artist/song]” or “Pause the music.”
The situation with a dedicated Bixby smart speaker is somewhat complex. Samsung did announce the Galaxy Home smart speaker in 2018. It was all set to be a Bixby-powered smart speaker that would compete with the likes of the Amazon Echo range and Google’s Nest Home speakers. However, the Galaxy Home was never widely released.
