The Many Ways That AI Makes Smartphone Technology Better!
Remember when smartphones were just for making calls, sending texts, and maybe playing a game of Snake? Probably not, but if you ask your parents, they’ll remember those long-ago days.
Today, your phones do so much more than theirs, and many of these mind-blowing features are powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). It’s like carrying little genius assistants in your pocket that are always getting smarter with every new update!
Here at Mazuma, we’ve seen how AI has completely transformed the smartphone experience. So, today, we’d like to share some of the incredible ways AI is upgrading our smartphones. You’ll be amazed at how much is going on behind the screens of your phone.
Hey Siri, tell me a joke!
The most obvious areas where AI is used these days are voice assistants and search engines like Google. These AI-powered voice assistant helpers have come a long way from just telling you the weather or setting alarms. Now, they can understand context, pick up on your mood, and even crack a joke or two. It’s like having a super-smart (and occasionally cheeky) friend who is always ready to lend a hand. Take Apple’s Siri on the iPhone 15 Pro, for example. Not only can Siri tell you jokes, but it can also engage in witty banter and even sing you a happy birthday song!
On the other hand, Google Pixel users, the Gemini AI assistant on the Pixel 8 and Pro, understand complex conversations, making interactions feel natural and intuitive. It’s not just about fun, though. These assistants are getting seriously clever at understanding what you need, even if you’re unsure how to ask. Whether you’re trying to find that recipe you saw last week or sending a quick text while driving, your AI buddy has your back. We expect to see many more amazing tools created thanks to AI integration into smartphones as these pocket-sized assistants continue to be an essential part of our daily lives.
Smile, you’re on the Pixel 8 Pro’s AI camera!
Let’s start with one of the coolest things AI is doing: revolutionising photography. AI-powered camera software now recognises scenes faster than you can say “cheese”! Whether you’re capturing a sunset and need colour correction or getting the perfect group selfie with automatically tagged people in it, your phone knows exactly how to make every shot look incredible.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro is a good example of this. Its AI-powered camera has features like Real Tone, which ensures people of all skin tones are accurately represented in photos. It addresses a long-standing issue in photography where people with darker skin would not have the same definition in a photo as those with lighter skin.
While AI makes taking photos easy thanks to automating various settings, it’s the photo editing afterwards where AI can make all the difference. Forget fiddling with complex editing software; The Pixel 8 Pro takes this even further with intelligent tone mapping, automatically balancing exposure for the foreground, subject, and background for picture-perfect photos.
And if you’re into video, AI is making sure every clip is smooth, sharp, and cinema ready. The Pixel 8 Pro’s Video Boost feature uses AI to adjust colour, lighting, stabilisation, and even reduce graininess for amazing video quality. Plus, with the Audio Magic Eraser, you can remove unwanted background noise from your videos with just a few taps. It’s like having a pro film crew in your pocket! While AI image and video editing are not limited to just Google’s phones, their features certainly stand out from the rest.
Cyber security in your pocket
Now, let’s talk security. With AI on board, your smartphone is like a mini bank vault. Face recognition has become so advanced that your phone can distinguish between you and your twin (if you have one). It’s not just about unlocking your phone; it’s about keeping your digital life secure.
Take the iPhone 15 Pro. Its Face ID tech uses advanced machine learning algorithms to adapt to changes in your appearance, like growing a beard or wearing glasses, ensuring secure access no matter how your look evolves.
AI doesn’t just protect your phone—it also keeps an eye out for anything unusual. It can spot suspicious behaviour and alert you if something seems off. It’s like having a personal security guard in your pocket, always learning, and adapting to new threats. Android users can benefit from Google Pixel 8’s Theft Detection feature, which locks your phone automatically if suspicious movements are detected.
Both iOS and Android are stepping up their privacy game, too. For example, the iPhone 15 Pro introduced Stolen Device Protection, which requires Face ID for certain actions even if someone knows your passcode. And Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Ultra comes equipped with Knox Vault, an AI-driven security system that stores your sensitive data in a physically isolated environment, keeping it safe from hackers.
Your phone, your life, your way
Now, here’s where things get exciting. AI is making your smartphone truly yours, learning your habits and preferences. Have you noticed how your phone seems to know which app you want to open before you do? Or how it suggests the perfect playlist? That’s AI working its magic to make your life easier.
Look at the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. Its AI-powered One UI 6.1 interface learns from your usage patterns and customises your home screen, suggesting apps you’re likely to use at certain times of day.
AI also helps make your phone more efficient, conserving battery life and adjusting your display to suit your environment. The iPhone 15 Pro’s Smart HDR 5, for instance, uses machine learning to adjust display settings based on ambient light, ensuring the best visibility while saving power.
And when it comes to predictive typing, AI has your back too. The iPhone’s latest update uses machine learning to complete sentences based on your writing style, while Google’s Pixel 8 takes things further with an Advanced Adaptive Battery that learns your app habits and adjusts power consumption to make sure your favourite apps are always powered up when you need them.
AI: the future of smartphones
Wow, we’ve covered a lot! And this is just a sample of how AI is revolutionising our smartphones and making our devices more secure, personalised, and efficient than ever.
As we look to the future, it’s clear AI will continue making our smartphones even smarter. Who knows what amazing features are next? Maybe phones that teleport us to meetings? OK, that might be a stretch, but you never know!
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