[Feature Story] Look into Audio Eraser with the Galaxy S26 Series

Audio Eraser,¹ first introduced as a Galaxy AI² feature for editing saved content on the Galaxy S25 series, has evolved significantly over the generations. The feature first expanded to support playback adjustments within native apps - such as Video Player and Voice Recorder - on Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7. Now, with the Galaxy S26 series, it has reached new heights by supporting real-time audio control on live streamed content. In this article, we'll dive deeper into these advancements.

From Fix it Later to Filter it Now

Starting with the Galaxy S26 series, Audio Eraser has evolved into a live audio experience. It enables real-time sound filtering and optimization not only for recorded content but also across live content. This advancement shifts the focus from post-recording edits to real-time audio management. Let's explore how Galaxy S26 series' Audio Eraser feature enhances important moments despite outside noises.

▲Before-and-after comparison of interview using Galaxy S26 series Audio Eraser

By integrating an AI sound engine directly into the system, Galaxy S26 allows users to instantly adjust and control sound as it occurs. This ensures a clear, immersive listening experience across various streaming platforms, helping to neutralize distracting background noise in any environment.

Seamless Access, Total Control: How to Experience Audio Eraser with the Galaxy S26 series

Users can easily adjust noise and reduce distractions directly from the Quick Panel without needing to rewind or replay content. Once activated, the feature offers advanced controls for a more professional touch. You can adjust the 'Strength' slider to fine-tune noise reduction and enable 'Voice Focus' to hear crystal-clear dialogue, even during live streams.

The feature delivers quick audio optimization for streaming and live video content, without loading or processing delays. This enables seamless refinement as content plays to improve clarity and focus. Now, you can enjoy tailored sound quality in real-time, regardless of the content you're watching.

▲Enter Audio Eraser through the quick panel, adjust the 'Strength', and set the 'Voice' focus' mode on the Galaxy S26 series

Sound on Your Terms

Audio Eraser also enables real-time separation of sound into six distinct layers: voice, music, wind, nature, crowd, and other noises. This enables a live 'sound mixing' experience that precisely controls and reduces the selected sound from various sources. While this feature has been available since the Galaxy S26 series, it has been significantly enhanced for the Galaxy S26 series by supporting real-time audio control across 3^rd party apps like YouTube, Instagram, and Netflix - serving as a seamless live audio enhancement tool.

With intuitive sliders, users can tailor their audio to control distracting noises or overpowering background music. By giving users greater control, Audio Eraser on Galaxy S26 delivers a more personalized listening experience.

Quick Tips for Audio Eraser

- Live Concerts: Keep the 'Music' and 'Voice' while reducing 'Crowd' to fully immerse yourself in the moment.

- Sound mixing for Creators: Easily balance your voice and background music by using the 'Music' slider.

- Perfect Vlog Listening: Lower the 'Crowd' layer in busy restaurant videos to catch details clearly