A POPULAR Google feature – dubbed the “most useful of all” – has just arrived on two cheaper Samsung Galaxy models.
Samsung adopted Google’s feature for its newest Galaxy S24 devices in January and has since been rolling it out to more devices.
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Circle to Search, which was only revealed earlier this year, has now rolled out to select Galaxy A series phones and tablets:
- Galaxy A55 5G
- Galaxy A35 5G
- Galaxy Tab S9FE
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
“Circle to Search has quickly become a fan favorite since the launch of the Galaxy S24 series,” Samsung wrote in a blog post announcing the news.
For those unfamiliar with the feature, Circle to Search allows Android users to start a Google search by simply circling something on the screen.
“When Circle to Search is enabled, users can simply circle, highlight, or tap anywhere on the screen to select the text, image, or video they want to search,” according to Samsung.
Android owners are big fans of it.
“Circle to Search is the most useful feature ever on a phone,” said a Google Pixel user he wrote on Reddit.
“I use it so many times a day that it has become a habit!
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“Now, when I have a friend’s phone on hand, I always end up trying to circle it to search and I’m confused why it doesn’t work.
“The other day I was reading a book and there was a word that I didn’t understand, so I tried to look around… (I’m ashamed…).”
Another responded, saying, “I agree, I love this feature. I can translate and copy everything from anywhere right away.”
A third person added: “Circle for searching and scheduling messages is something I use often, absolutely great quality of life stuff.”
The feature is available on dozens of Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets.
Full list of eligible devices:
- Samsung Galaxy S24, S24 Plus and S24 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S23, S23 Plus, S23 Ultra and S23 FE
- Samsung Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, S22 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S21, S21 Plus, S21 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S9, S9 Plus and S9 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy A55 5G
- Samsung Galaxy A35 5G
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
- Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro
- Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro
- Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
- Google Pixel 6A and 7A
- Google Pixel Folds
- Google Pixel Tablet
How to use Circle to Search
To use the Circle to Search feature, simply follow these steps:
- Start circle to search:
- In 3-button navigation mode, tap and hold the Home button.
- In gesture navigation mode, tap and hold the navigation bar.
- The Google search bar and a gradient appear.
- Circle, highlight, scribble, or tap the part of the image or text you want to search for.
- For more precision, use two fingers to zoom or pan around the screen before swiping.
- When you’re done and want to return to the app’s original context, swipe down, use the back gesture, or tap X in the upper left corner.
In a statement, Samsung executive TM Roh said: “These updates open up new possibilities for the Galaxy A series and Galaxy Tab S9 FE and reinforce our commitment to providing cutting-edge technology to more Galaxy users.
“We are committed to bringing the best AI technology to a wider audience, empowering users with the choice to work more efficiently, create more freely, and enjoy richer, more personalized interactions with their devices.”
It’s important to note that this feature doesn’t work in certain apps, like banking apps and other sensitive apps, according to Google.
And while many Android owners like it, some users say the feature gets in the way of certain gestures and have disabled it.
Others said they struggled to find something to use it for.
How to disable Circle for Search
If Circle to Search isn’t your thing or is simply getting in your way, you can disable it with these instructions:
In 3-button navigation mode:
- Open your device’s Settings app.
- Search for Circle to Search.
- Play Circle to look for.
- To switch off Circle to search.
In gesture navigation mode:
- Open your device’s Settings app.
- Search for Circle to Search.
- Play Circle to search.
- To switch off Circle to look for.
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