Since the initial launch of KNOX, Samsung has been rapidly developing its mobile security capabilities to not only provide defense-grade solutions for its valued consumers, but simultaneously respond to the specific enterprise mobility requirements for today’s dynamic work landscape. The evolved KNOX Workspace introduces a simplified setup, best-in-class work apps and enhanced data security.

“When designing the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge, we knew that creating a beautifully crafted smartphone for consumers was only a portion of the entire process,” said Dr. Injong Rhee, Executive Vice President, Samsung Enterprise Business Team. “We put a concerted effort into providing an out-of-the-box, advanced security platform that would meet the growing needs of business leaders and IT professionals. With KNOX, enterprise customers can quickly adopt one of the most secure mobile platforms in the market, as our products are preloaded with built-in hardware-to-software protection against malware and hacking.”

KNOX Workspace is a manageable, on-device mobile security solution that can separate enterprise and personal data with enhanced technology that’s secure enough to run on government grade networks. Samsung KNOX has met rigorous government accreditations worldwide, including in US, UK and Russia. . Employees receive 24/7 device protection, providing IT professionals real-time data from malicious attacks through a streamlined mobile device management platform. The newest KNOX upgrade includes bulk enrollment, one-time pass framework and enterprise billing capabilities.

Samsung is furthering its commitment to building a robust ecosystem of enterprise partners by gathering industry leading mobile device management (MDM) and business solution providers through the Samsung Enterprise Alliance Program (SEAP), which includes companies such as Airwatch, Blackberry, CA Technologies, Good Technology, MobileIron, Oracle, Salesforce.com and SAP.

The Samsung Galaxy S6 edge received the special honor of “Best New Handset, Tablet or Device” from the GSMA at Mobile World Congress 2015. The award recognizes the best new device launched during the show. This is the second consecutive year Samsung received this award, following the Samsung Gear Fit in 2014.

Samsung’s redefined smartphones, the Galaxy S6 edge, create a new standard for design, craftsmanship and performance with the most advanced Samsung technology. The devices are not only beautifully designed, but they are more powerful than any previous Galaxy device in terms of usability and functionality.

The award underscores Samsung’s ongoing leadership in mobile technology development as the company strives to fulfill the diverse interests and needs of modern consumers and businesses.

“With the Galaxy S6 edge, we sought to blend technology and design in a way the world has never seen before,” said JK Shin, president and head of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics. “We are honored that the GSMA agree that these are our most elegant and powerful devices so far.”

The Samsung Galaxy S6 edge have received more than 20 prestigious awards on-site at MWC 2015, including Ubergizmo’s “Best of Mobile World Congress,” Mashable’s “Top Pick” and Laptop Magazine’s “Top Pick.”

• “With an emphasis on simplicity, design and restraint, Samsung is moving in the right direction with its flagship.” – Mashable
• “Samsung has delivered on the most important points that make a smartphone great.” – Ubergizmo
• “These two glass-and-metal phones seriously bring the sexy.” – Laptop Magazine

Additionally at MWC 2015, Samsung’s mobile security platform KNOX also received the prestigious honor of “Best Security/Anti-fraud Product of Solution” from the GSMA. The smartphones’ software and mobile security capabilities were recognized as the best solution launched during this year’s show in the enterprise mobile security division. KNOX has received rigorous government accreditations worldwide, including the United States Department of Defense.