{"id":76097,"date":"2024-12-05T08:00:23","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T13:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/?p=76097"},"modified":"2024-12-18T13:04:18","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T18:04:18","slug":"samsung-one-ui-7-enhances-security-and-privacy-in-the-age-of-ai-giving-users-greater-transparency-and-choice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-one-ui-7-enhances-security-privacy-age-of-ai-giving-users-greater-transparency-choice\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung One UI 7 Enhances Security and Privacy in the Age of AI, Giving Users Greater Transparency and Choice"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/galaxy-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-76175 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/04131513\/Knox-Matrix_Final.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"611\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the One UI 7 beta program,<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a> opening an advance look at fortified, Samsung Galaxy-exclusive security measures. At every layer, the latest One UI protects personal data while providing all types of users with choice, transparency and integrated security settings \u2014 because in the era of AI, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsungmobilepress.com\/feature-stories\/editorial-there-is-no-privacy-without-stronger-security-thats-why-were-joining-forces-with-the-security-community-to-keep-you-safe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">there is no privacy without holistic security<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Knox Matrix Unlocks Ultimate Transparency<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsungmobilepress.com\/feature-stories\/introducing-knox-matrix-10-years-of-samsung-knox-security-and-samsungs-vision-for-a-safer-future\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Knox Matrix<\/a>\u00a0is Samsung\u2019s vision for the future, enhancing protection through multi-layered, intelligent threat monitoring between connected Samsung devices. One UI 7 sets the foundation for the next frontier of security.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Knox Matrix monitors devices through Trust Chain<strong>, <\/strong>a secure private blockchain \u2014 and the new <strong>Knox Matrix dashboard<\/strong> introduces an easier way to maintain transparent security across a connected device ecosystem. With One UI 7, it\u2019s more intuitive than ever to check the security status of multiple Samsung smart devices, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/galaxy-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy mobile devices<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/tvs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TVs<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/home-appliances\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">home appliances<\/a>, at a glance. When all connected devices are up to date and no risks are detected, they will show as \u2018green,\u2019 or secure. Users can also see if a device is at risk, and the dashboard will prompt an actionable recommendation to mitigate the threat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"embedded product-module\">\n\t\t<a id=\"product-module-0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/galaxy-ai\/\" title=\"Galaxy AI \" class=\"snr-article_product-image\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/28173822\/MX-_Galaxy-AI.png\" alt=\"Galaxy AI \">\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A new recovery method for Enhanced Data Protection <\/strong>adds ease and convenience to the process of retrieving data stored on Samsung Cloud. Enhanced Data Protection keeps connected devices synchronized and secure, also ensuring that if access to a trusted device is lost, users have a backup plan to prevent the loss of their data. With One UI 7, users can now transfer recovered, private data to a new device by verifying the lock screen factor \u2013 whether pin, pattern or password \u2013 of their previous device.<\/li>\n<li>As part of Knox Matrix&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsungmobilepress.com\/press-releases\/samsung-empowers-customers-with-innovative-and-democratized-security-solutions-at-sdc23\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Credential Sync<\/a>, Samsung has developed new ways to manage and secure identities and credentials for today\u2019s hyperconnected world in the form of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsungmobilepress.com\/feature-stories\/the-knox-journals-the-passwordless-future-of-security\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>passkeys<\/strong><\/a><a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>. With One UI 7, users can now create and use passkeys to log into their Samsung Account. As digital authentication credentials, passkeys enable a faster, easier way to securely log in to apps, devices and websites \u2014 so users can safely sign into their TVs, AI Family Hub refrigerator and more, simply by using the fingerprint sensor on their smartphones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/galaxy-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-76172 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/04131451\/Auto-Blocker_Final-1.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"611\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Maximum Restrictions Boost User Control<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Maximum Restrictions <\/strong>establishes a powerful line of defense against today\u2019s cyber threats. One UI 7 further enhances user choice with new features designed to protect those who may need additional safeguards. Maximum Restrictions has been updated with added controls for network connections so users can enjoy the peace of mind that comes from boosted protection without losing access to key device functionalities. Thanks to the added controls, users have the choice to<strong> block 2G service<\/strong> and prevent data from being intercepted when connected to potentially unsafe networks. Users can also prevent unintended automatic reconnection to certain <strong>Wi-Fi networks<\/strong><a href=\"#_ftn3\" name=\"_ftnref3\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>that may be less secure, ensuring data remains private while still having the option to connect manually if desired<strong>. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This update enhances Maximum Restrictions\u2019 existing suite of protections for Samsung Messages and Samsung Gallery, which allows users to remove location data in shared photos, prevent automatic attachment downloads, and block hyperlinks, previews and shared albums.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/galaxy-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-76178 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/04131533\/Setting_Final-1.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"611\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5><strong>More Security Settings Bring Added Device Protection<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>One UI 7 introduces even more ways users can adjust security settings to best suit the ways in which they use their device. Users can choose to <strong>block USB connections <\/strong>while their device is locked, ensuring others can\u2019t access device files or send harmful commands via USB port. When charging in a public space, this will ensure that others cannot access the device\u2019s data, even if they have physical access to the device itself.<\/p>\n<p>To protect against malicious apps that come from sideloading, One UI 7\u2019s new <strong>Safe Install <\/strong>system works alongside Auto Blocker to send a warning when a user attempts to download from an unauthorized source, alerting them of security risks and preventing unintentional sideloading on Galaxy devices worldwide<a href=\"#_ftn4\" name=\"_ftnref4\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"embedded product-module\">\n\t\t<a id=\"product-module-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" title=\"Galaxy S26 Series\" class=\"snr-article_product-image\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/01202144\/2026-Product-Banner-Refresh-1.png\" alt=\"Galaxy S26 Series\">\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<h5><strong>Theft Protection Enhances Data Privacy<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>One UI 7 introduces new features available only on Galaxy devices to the Android suite of theft protection solutions, enhancing the <a href=\"https:\/\/security.googleblog.com\/2024\/10\/android-theft-protection.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">safeguards in place<\/a> to ensure personal data remains secure even when devices are lost or stolen. In addition to Theft Detection Lock,<a href=\"#_ftn5\" name=\"_ftnref5\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a> Offline Device Lock and Remote Lock, Galaxy users can now leverage additional security measures in Identity Check, an opt-in feature designed for when a device\u2019s PIN becomes compromised. If suspicious activity is detected, users can rest assured that these Galaxy-exclusive protections will kick in.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When in an unfamiliar location, <strong>biometric authentication <\/strong>will be required to make any changes to important security settings that could put personal information at risk.<\/li>\n<li>As an added safeguard, a one-hour <strong>security delay <\/strong>will prevent unauthorized users from making any immediate changes to the device.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One UI 7 is the next step in Samsung\u2019s commitment to privacy on AI, introducing advanced security features to ensure complete protection in the era of AI. The official One UI 7 release will commence with upcoming Galaxy S series devices, featuring additional AI capabilities including enhanced, hardware-dependent on-device AI functions, starting from the first quarter of 2025. In line with Samsung&#8217;s commitment to extend its OS upgrade policy, the update will gradually roll out to other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/galaxy-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy devices<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The One UI 7 beta program will be first available for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s24-ultra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S24 series devices<\/a> in Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US, from December 2. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s24-ultra\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S24 series<\/a> users can apply to join the beta program via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/apps\/samsung-members\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Members<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"embedded recommended recommended-post\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"embedded-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card-badge\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Recommended News<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"recommended-card\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-google-welcome-new-era-more-seamless-cross-platform-messaging\/?r=true&#038;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"recommended-news\" aria-label=\"Samsung and Google Welcome a New Era of More Seamless, Cross-Platform Messaging \u2013 Read more\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/19110731\/samsung-google-rcs-thumbnail-1.png\" alt=\"Read more: Samsung and Google Welcome a New Era of More Seamless, Cross-Platform Messaging\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"details-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4>Samsung and Google Welcome a New Era of More Seamless, Cross-Platform Messaging<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Read more<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"article-body\">\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\">1<\/a> Availability, features and specifications provided in this article are subject to change and may vary by market and\/or model. Screen image simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual UX\/UI may vary.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\">2<\/a> Timing of availability may vary by region, network provider and\/or model.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref3\" name=\"_ftn3\">3<\/a> Maximum Restrictions prevents automatic, unintended reconnection to less secure networks, which may include Open, Opportunistic Wireless Encryption (OWE), or Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP).This protects users from device traffic that may be interrupted.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref4\" name=\"_ftn4\">4<\/a> Availability and timing will vary by market, OS version and\/or model<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref5\" name=\"_ftn5\">5<\/a> Timing of availability may vary by region, network provider and\/or model.<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Powerful updates to Knox Matrix, Theft Protection, Auto Blocker and more enable fortified device safety in today\u2019s hyperconnected, AI-powered world<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":84,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[17560,29720,29718],"tags":[953,25940,30339,40,829,30452,15608,980],"blue-badge":[],"class_list":["post-76097","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-product-mobile-apps-services","category-product-mobile","category-product","tag-artificial-intelligence-ai","tag-galaxy","tag-galaxy-ai","tag-mobile","tag-mobile-security","tag-one-ui-7","tag-samsung-one-ui","tag-software-update"],"acf":{"turn_off_retargeting":false},"fimg_mobile_url":"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/04131513\/Knox-Matrix_Final.gif","fimg_url":"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/04131513\/Knox-Matrix_Final.gif","primary_category":{"term_id":29720,"name":"Mobile","slug":"product-mobile","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":29720,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":29718,"count":984,"filter":"raw","term_link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/category\/product\/product-mobile\/","term_path":"product\/product-mobile"},"badge":"Press Release","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/76097","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/84"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=76097"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/76097\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=76097"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=76097"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=76097"},{"taxonomy":"blue-badge","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blue-badge?post=76097"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}