Samsung has quietly discontinued support for Bixby Quick Commands, a feature that allowed users to execute multiple actions with a single voice command. The change, which was part of a broader Bixby revamp, started rolling out in late 2024. Now, users who relied on Quick Commands for automation and hands-free control are expressing frustration over the removal, arguing that its replacement, Modes & Routines, lacks the same flexibility.

A Samsung support notice (dated December 1, 2024) confirmed that Quick Commands and the Discover page were being phased out in favor of Routines. The company framed the decision as an effort to “improve the experience of using the service,” but provided little explanation beyond that. The move was met with little initial noise, suggesting that Quick Commands was a niche feature. However, as more users updated their Bixby app and discovered the feature missing, backlash began to grow.

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Quick Commands allowed Bixby users to create custom voice shortcuts for complex tasks. For example, saying “good night” could trigger a series of actions like turning off lights, setting an alarm, and activating Do Not Disturb mode. However, with the latest update to Bixby, this feature has been removed.

The decision has not gone over well with the Bixby community. On various forums and social media platforms, users have expressed their disappointment and frustration. Many have pointed out that Quick Commands were a unique and highly functional aspect of Bixby, setting it apart from other voice assistants like Google Assistant.

One user lamented, “I’ve created 80+ quick commands. Now I can’t use any of them. This is so disappointing.” Another user shared, “This was so useful and underrated yet Samsung removed it.” Another frustrated user wrote, “I’m so so frustrated that Samsung removed quick commands. I use one Bixby quick command every morning to split screen my treadmill and interval app and now it’s just gone.”

Samsung’s decision to phase out Quick Commands seems to align with its broader AI strategy. The company is actively shifting focus to integrate AI-driven assistants like Google’s Gemini into its ecosystem, potentially making Bixby a secondary player. Reports indicate that the Galaxy S25 series will ship with Gemini as the default AI assistant, further pushing Bixby into the background.

Despite Samsung’s reassurances that Bixby remains a key part of its ecosystem, its recent launch of a new Bixby version in China suggests a different focus. This version leans heavily on AI-driven automation and deeper device integration, possibly at the cost of legacy features like Quick Commands.

Workarounds and temporary fixes

In response to backlash, some users have found a workaround — rolling back to an older version of Bixby to restore Quick Commands. However, this is a temporary fix, as future software updates will likely phase out older Bixby versions altogether. You can download an older APK here.

Meanwhile, a Samsung forum moderator suggested an alternative using Modes & Routines:

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However, this is not a true replacement, as it lacks the flexibility and ease of Quick Commands.

The removal of Quick Commands raises questions about Bixby’s future. If Google’s Gemini continues to integrate deeper into Samsung’s ecosystem, Bixby’s relevance may continue to shrink. Some users are already considering switching to Google Assistant, noting that it provides better automation support.

For now, those who relied on Quick Commands are left scrambling for alternatives, hoping that Samsung either reinstates the feature or provides a better replacement.

What do you think? Was Quick Commands an essential feature, or is Samsung justified in removing it? Let us know in the comments!

Hillary Keverenge
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