In the past, the idea of a "universal translator" was restricted to science fiction like Star Trek or The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. But with the launch of Galaxy AI, Samsung has turned that fiction into a reality.

If you own a pair of Samsung Galaxy Buds and a compatible Galaxy smartphone, you essentially have a personal interpreter living in your pocket (and your ears).

Here is your step-by-step guide on how to get your Samsung earbuds to translate conversations in real-time.

Before You Start: The Compatibility Check

Not every Samsung device supports these advanced AI features. To use translation, you generally need:

1. Compatible Earbuds: Galaxy Buds3, Buds3 Pro, Buds2 Pro, language innovation (visit this link) Buds2, or Buds FE.