The AI Phone Paradox: Revolution or Gimmick?. AI-Generated.
For years, the annual phone upgrade cycle felt incremental. Better cameras, faster chips, maybe a slightly thinner bezel. But in the last twelve months, something truly disruptive has entered the chat: Generative AI. Now, every major phone manufacturer, from Samsung with its 'AI Suite' to Google's relentless push with 'Pixel Intelligence,' is trying to convince us that the smartphone is no longer just "smart"—it's intelligent.As a long-time tech enthusiast who’s seen every fad from 3D screens to modular phones fizzle out, I’ve been testing these new AI features with a healthy dose of skepticism. Is this the future we’ve been waiting for, or just the industry’s desperate attempt to justify another $\$1,000$ price tag?
