New survey shows you really don’t care about AI features on your phone

Source: Android Authority

Robert Triggs / Android Authority

AI Features on Android Phones

Almost every Android phone now ships with some form of AI functionality—writing assistants, summarization tools, transcription, and general chatbots.

Colleague Andy Walker recently wrote about disabling the AICore app on his device and included a poll asking readers whether they use AI features on their phones. Here’s what the 6,600+ respondents said.

Survey Results

“No, I actively avoid AI features” (~33 %)

Many readers are wary of AI due to ethical and environmental concerns, as well as the uneven quality of some tools (e.g., certain image generators, weather or notification summaries). One comment summed it up:

“They are more like prototypes than finished software. Their quality reminds me of a CD ‘1000 games on one disc’.” – rayan.honor

“I try to avoid AI features, but I still use them occasionally” (20.2 %)

These users are generally dissatisfied with AI quality but acknowledge that the tools can sometimes deliver useful results.

“Yes, but only specialized features” (19.7 %)

A smaller segment relies on AI for specific tasks such as image editing, indicating that while AI can excel in niche areas, these users are not fully committed to broader AI integration.

“Not sure if the features I use are AI‑powered” (~14 %)

This highlights a lack of clear branding; many AI tools operate without obvious “AI” labels, leaving users uncertain about what they’re actually using.

“Yes, I use AI features every day” (~12 %)

A minority of respondents embrace AI wholeheartedly, employing it as frequently as possible.

Interpretation

Overall, roughly 53 % of respondents try to avoid AI features. This suggests that Android OEMs may need to either:

1. Improve the quality and reliability of their AI offerings, or
2. Shift focus toward non‑AI features that better meet user expectations.

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