Samsung Brings Gemini’s “Tell Me About This” to Circle to Search on Galaxy Devices
Google’s Next-Gen AI Feature Lets You Circle Anything on Screen for Instant Insights
Introduction to a Smarter Screen Interaction
Google is enhancing its Gemini AI app with a new feature, “Tell me about this,” that works much like Samsung’s beloved Circle to Search—allowing Galaxy users to interact directly with on-screen content.
- This upgrade bridges the gap between visual curiosity and immediate answers.
- It brings AI-driven context to everything you see on your phone.
From “Ask about Screen” to “Tell Me About This”
Earlier Gemini versions included “Ask about screen,” which let users query Google about their entire display or a selected region. Now, Google is rebranding and refining it as “Tell me about this.”
- Users must circle a specific area before receiving feedback.
- The name change reflects Google’s internal team structure, even though the functionality remains similar.
How It Works on Samsung Galaxy Phones
Once the feature rolls out, Samsung users will simply:
- Open the Gemini app on their Galaxy device.
- Tap the Circle to Search icon or gesture.
- Draw around any object—text, image, or UI element—to summon AI insights.
- Results appear in an overlay, so you never leave your current app or video.
- It supports natural language, letting you follow up with “Tell me more” or “Show reviews.”
Potential Confusion and Clarifications
Having two names—Circle to Search in One UI and “Tell me about this” in Gemini—may puzzle some users.
- Remember: Circle to Search is the system-level gesture, while “Tell me about this” is its Gemini-powered evolution.
- Both deliver contextual search, but only Gemini’s version taps into advanced AI reasoning.
Looking Ahead: Wider Rollout and Privacy Controls
Though currently spotted in a beta APK teardown, “Tell me about this” is under active development and expected to launch in Gemini app updates later this year.
- Google plans to extend support beyond Samsung’s One UI to all Android devices.
- Users will have privacy options to disable on-screen analysis for sensitive apps, ensuring data control.
By blending Circle to Search’s intuitive gestures with Gemini’s AI prowess, Google and Samsung are together redefining how we explore the digital world—making every glance an opportunity to learn.
