Galaxy S26 Update Eliminates ‘Hey Plex’ Feature
The recent update to Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series has stirred user interest by removing a notable feature. The ability to summon the Perplexity assistant using the phrase “Hey Plex” is no longer available following the latest software update.
Galaxy S26 Series Update Details
The Galaxy S26 series, Samsung’s latest range of non-foldable flagship smartphones, was introduced with several enhancements compared to the previous S25 lineup. A significant feature was the inclusion of the Perplexity assistant, which users could activate by saying “Hey Plex.”
Feature Removal Post-Update
After the first software update, which Samsung released on a recent Monday, users found that the option for ‘Hey Plex detection’ had vanished. This change has resulted in the assistant no longer responding to the activation phrase.
- Perplexity assistant summons removed
- Only Bixby and Gemini remain available via voice activation
- Users must now say “Hey Bixby” or “Hey Gemini” to engage these options
Despite initial options available in the Perplexity app, the ability to activate it using a voice command is no longer functional. Speculation suggests that the removal could stem from an update either to the phone’s software or the app itself. However, users did not observe any app update that coincided with this change.
Seeking Clarification from Samsung
Currently, there is no official reasoning from Samsung or Perplexity regarding the decision to eliminate the “Hey Plex” feature. Filmogaz.com aims to reach out to the company for clarification and will provide updates once available.
