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Time of India
09-07-2025
- Time of India
Samsung One UI 8 update: Expected to launch with Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, something new coming up
Samsung One UI 8 update: One UI 8 debut is just around the corner, set to launch alongside the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 at Samsung's Unpacked event on July 9. This major Android 16-based update brings a host of enhancements—from AI-powered Audio Eraser in the Gallery and immersive Dynamic Effect visuals to a more intuitive Now Bar and conversational multimodal assistant. Enhanced privacy and security features, including quantum-resistant Secure Wi‑Fi, Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection, and smarter Knox Matrix safeguards, elevate device protection. With smarter sharing via Auracast Bluetooth, revamped reminders, and richer multitasking tools, One UI 8 promises a smarter, more seamless experience across Samsung's foldables and smartphones. Stay tuned—this could redefine what your Galaxy can do. When is the Samsung One UI 8 update coming? According to Samsung, the forthcoming Samsung Galaxy devices will be introduced alongside the next significant software upgrade, One UI 8, which is based on Android 16. New security features will be incorporated with the next generation of Samsung Galaxy smartphones, the company said in a press statement. This suggests that the phones will make their debut alongside the next generation foldable phones, which will be revealed at the next Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9. Samsung One UI 8 will be available on these smartphones The South Korean smartphone company is expected to introduce new devices during the event, including the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and an affordable Galaxy Z Flip FE. According to certain rumors, the company might also unveil the Galaxy G Fold, a tri-fold tablet, as well as its next "Ultra" folding model. Samsung One UI 8 expected features According to the company's press statement, the new features will be centered on safeguarding AI-powered services. Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP), a new system-level design, is one of the new features. It would limit access to important on-device data, including as user preferences, routines, and AI-generated insights, by setting up distinct secured storage environments for apps. Additionally, the business is working on its Knox Matrix platform to enhance the detection of cross-device threats. This implies that in order to stop more exposure, a connected Galaxy device will automatically log out of the user's Samsung Account if it notices signs of a breach, such as identity theft or unauthorized system modifications. A new dashboard called "Security status of your devices" will allow users to handle concerns and receive alerts on all of their devices. Additionally, Samsung is utilizing post-quantum cryptography to enhance its Secure Wi-Fi. Even in situations where encrypted data is gathered now with the goal of decrypting it later with the aid of future quantum computers, it will be helpful in protecting user data. Additionally, it will feature improved Privacy Protection, which anonymizes data flow, Protection Activity, which gives users a comprehensive history of how and when connections were secured, Auto Protect, which activates on public networks like airports and cafés, and more. There will be security improvements include new Advanced Intelligence Settings to limit AI-powered online data processing, an expanded Auto Blocker to prevent unauthorized installations and limit background command attacks, and Theft Protection features like Identity Check and Security Delay to lower the chance of data theft during a robbery.
Mint
08-07-2025
- Mint
Samsung One UI 8 debuts with AI-powered privacy and quantum encryption for next-gen smartphone security
The new One UI 8 update for Galaxy smartphones, which Samsung has announced, brings powerful security and privacy tools. Packed with on-device AI protections and future-ready encryption, this release is designed to help users stay safe as digital threats become more advanced and harder to detect. One of the most important changes here is the introduction of quantum-resistant encryption across Galaxy devices. This technology is designed to protect files, messages, and passwords from hacking attempts as computers become more powerful. The update also makes it easier to manage your data and adds stronger threat detection with Knox Matrix. Together, these improvements will help Samsung users see how their information is used and keep Galaxy devices better protected against new kinds of online threats. The Samsung One UI 8 update also includes enhanced on-device protections that monitor for suspicious activity and help block harmful apps and phishing attempts. By running security checks directly on the device, personal information can stay under tighter control. Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection, known as KEEP, is a new system that isolates personal app data inside encrypted containers. Let me explain in a simple way: KEEP acts like a locked, secure vault inside your smartphone where all your sensitive information is stored safely. This makes it much harder for anyone to gain unauthorised access or tamper with your information. KEEP is also closely integrated with Knox Vault, Samsung's hardware-based secure environment that protects your sensitive credit card information, passwords, and biometric data, even if the main operating system is compromised. Together, these elements allow features such as Now Brief and Smart Gallery search to work without sending user information to external servers. In addition, KEEP also covers more tools on your phone, like Smart Suggestions. Samsung explains that this keeps your personal information stored only on your device rather than shared elsewhere. The company sees privacy as a core part of the phone's design, not just an optional setting. Samsung's Knox Matrix was originally designed to synchronise and secure multiple Galaxy devices. It has now been updated to respond to high-risk scenarios with improved detection and containment of threats across connected products like phones, tablets, and wearables. If an issue arises on one device, Knox Matrix will work to protect the rest automatically. Secure Wi-Fi has also been upgraded with advanced encryption methods designed to resist attacks, including those that could emerge with the arrival of quantum computing. This means your Wi-Fi now has much stronger security. Even if someone tries to use a powerful quantum computer in the future, they will have a hard time breaking into your connection. For example, if a hacker attempts to crack your Wi-Fi password using advanced tools, this upgrade helps keep your data secure. One UI 8 still includes Samsung's main security tools. Knox Vault keeps personal details like passwords and fingerprints separate from the main system. Auto Blocker stops unwanted apps and commands, and Enhanced Theft Protection adds extra checks if your phone is stolen. New Advanced Intelligence Settings let you turn off online data use for AI features. Altogether, these updates highlight Samsung's strong focus on privacy, security, and personalisation as AI becomes part of everyday life.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Time of India
Samsung announces new security and privacy features for OneUI 8 update: All details
Samsung has announced a new set of security and privacy updates for its upcoming One UI 8 update. With these features, Samsung wants to keep offering a secure mobile experience for the Android 16-based skin that will run on the company's Galaxy smartphones. The updates introduce new protections for on-device AI, expand cross-device threat detection capabilities, and enhance network security through quantum-resistant encryption. The update will include innovations like the Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection, which is an updated Knox Matrix threat response and quantum-resistant Secure Wi-Fi. In a developing digital environment, these additions are designed to strengthen privacy and user control for upcoming Galaxy smartphones. Here are the details about all the new security features coming to Samsung's OneUI 8 update: Samsung OneUI 8 security features: Here's what's new Here are all the key security features and updates that will be coming to Samsung's upcoming OneUI 8 update: Category Key Innovation Description On-Device AI Security Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP) Creates app-specific encrypted storage within the device's secure area; ensures each app can only access its sensitive data. Supports PDE, Now Brief, Smart Gallery, and more. Personal Data Engine (PDE) Powers on-device AI features like Smart Suggestions by keeping personal insights on-device, safeguarded by KEEP and Knox Vault. Cross-Device Security Knox Matrix (via One UI 8) Offers ecosystem-level protection across Galaxy devices. Automatically logs out of Samsung Account when threats are detected, notifies all connected devices, and provides a security status dashboard. Threat Visibility Yellow-level warnings for devices lacking the latest updates. Guides users on how to respond. Network Protection Quantum-Resistant Encryption Secure Wi-Fi now supports Post-Quantum Cryptography (EDP), safeguarding against future quantum attacks. Auto Protect Automatically secures Wi-Fi in public places like airports and cafés. Enhanced Privacy Protection (EPP) Adds layered encryption and relay to anonymise internet traffic and prevent tracking. Protection Activity Shows app/network protection history and encrypted data usage over time. System-Level Safeguards Knox Vault Isolates sensitive credentials (PINs, biometrics) from the main OS, providing physical security even if the OS is compromised. Auto Blocker Blocks unauthorised app installs, mitigates command-based and zero-click attacks. Advanced Intelligence Settings Let users disable online processing for AI features to keep all personal data on-device. Enhanced Theft Protection Features like Identity Check and Security Delay help prevent unauthorised access in case of theft. OPPO Find X8 Ultra Review: Camera Powerhouse with Next-Gen Imaging! AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Forbes
22-04-2025
- Forbes
Samsung Just Made It Harder To Switch To Pixel Or iPhone
Samsung's new update makes it hard to leave AFP via Getty Images Somewhere buried in the chaos of Samsung's One UI 7 rollout, which brings its excellent wrap around Android 15 to most Galaxy phones, there's a clever new twist. And this makes it harder for Galaxy owners to leave, despite the upgrade mess. Per SammyFans, the Galaxy-maker's One UI 7 'introduces a powerful Security Status feature… this tool helps you monitor the security of all your connected Samsung devices.' This means any compatible device linked to your account, 'including smartphones, tablets, TVs, and even home appliances.' This is the Knox Matrix upgrade, which Samsung announced last year. 'Our next frontier of security and vision for the future. Knox Matrix functions as your private blockchain system where connected devices ensure security at core stages through multi-layered and intelligent cross-checking threat monitoring across compatible devices for spam, viruses, and malware.' Know Matrix includes Samsung's "Trust Chain." This enables all your connected devices to monitor one another for security threats, and to 'provide notifications if ever attacked and share actions taken to block the threat.' In reality, this means the Galaxy phone which is likely with you at all times — and which is most likely updated at all times — will monitor all your other devices, enhancing their security. The same ecosystem, Samsung says, 'secures your information when moving data from device to device in a protected cloud network, making it easier to manage multiple logins while encrypting sensitive information. By sharing credentials across devices, we aim to protect your entire device ecosystem." Knox Matrix in action. SammyFans This is clever — but maybe more so commercially than technically. Samsung tells users, the update means "you never have to sacrifice security for connectivity or convenience.' But this just replicates one of Apple's major selling and stickiness points. Its connected ecosystem, which makes it much harder to dump an iPhone for an Android. Samsung's new update isn't about Android, it's about Samsung. As I said when it was announced, 'Samsung is doing what Apple has done successfully for so many years; Google is doing some of the same, but is hampered because its cross-OEM Android ecosystem makes it harder to be too blatantly Pixel focused.' When Knox Matrix was announced, Samsung was riding high on Galaxy AI. The One UI 7 train wreck was unimaginable at the time. Now this update could be a big deal for the company for very different reasons. Samsung needs to restore its bubble. All eyes are now on Android 16 and One UI 8. But ahead of that, users will have One UI 7 and can start to benefit from the ecosystem enhancements. Given Google is marching ahead with Pixel's own upgrades, this could be coming at just the right time. As SammyFans says, Knox Matrix 'makes security straightforward. By letting your devices watch out for each other, Samsung ensures your data stays protected.' It also ensures you keep your Samsung ecosystem in mind and think twice before changing.
Hindustan Times
21-04-2025
- Hindustan Times
With Bespoke AI vision, Bixby grasps natural reaction: Samsung's Deokho Kim
A refrigerator that acts as a Wi-Fi Hub to extend your home broadband router's coverage area. An air-conditioner that works in sync with the fan to maintain the room's cooling to how you want it. No longer concepts, because Samsung's smart appliance ecosystem is building towards a vision which the company hopes would make artificial intelligence (AI) relevant for more gadgets beyond smartphones. At the core of Samsung's Bespoke AI portfolio, are three critical elements — Bixby AI assistant that uses large language models (LLMs), a SmartThings app that's key to monitoring and managing devices, and the Tizen operating system that integrates the Knox Matrix and Knox Vault security layer. Localisation is the next big focus area. Bixby, Samsung's smart assistant was first released on the company's Galaxy smartphones in early 2017, then replacing S Voice assistant, and marked an early push into the artificial intelligence (AI) space. That coincided with the early days of Samsung's dominance as flagship smartphones found their niche, and mid-range Android phones became more powerful. Bixby has taken a backseat on the company's recent Galaxy smartphones — with Google Gemini finding deep integration (which was exclusive too, for a period of time). Bixby finds renewed purpose for Samsung's burgeoning smart home and appliances portfolio. Also Read:Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra review: Flawless flagship's refined AI and accumulation 'Bixby is our own platform. We are not dependent on any third party. It is our own LLM (large language model) based platform and the difference as well as uniqueness which Bixby offers, is in controlling the device,' confirms Deokho Kim, Vice President and Head of SW Group at Samsung, in a conversation with HT. Samsung, with Bespoke AI, wants to add a smartness element to their new Family Hub refrigerators and AI Wind-Free air conditioners, to name a few. It is not just the SmartThings app, or specific voice commands, which Bixby can understand. The device control goes much deeper. 'Controlling the device not only by the voice, but also if I am saying that I am feeling hot to the Bespoke AI WindFree AC, then automatically it reacts. That kind of device control is being applied through Bixby,' adds Moonkeun Lee, Vice President and Head of AI Solution Lab at Samsung. At this time, the Bespoke AI Windfree Combo Gallery AC that is sold in Korea, reacts to this natural reaction. Samsung hopes to expand local support soon. Samsung confirms there are approximately 23 million registered users of SmartThings in India, the third biggest market for smart appliances, behind U.S. and Brazil. They say the number of registered devices increased 39% in 2024, compared to a year earlier. There are three key elements which are defining the company's approach to developing and deploying AI functionality across what is undeniably a massive appliances portfolio for Samsung. HT asked the executives about the approach towards building AI across the products, and methodology towards identifying features that would be a better fit. Also Read:Samsung's mammoth Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, and a spectacle for creator workflows 'We are trying to deliver three key pillars of customer values – easy to use, saving and care. Keeping that in mind, we are trying to analyse the customer's data, meeting customers to get feedback and trying to know their pain points. From that, we are trying to find solutions to deliver these three key pillars among our products,' explains Deokho Kim. Localisation is key for Samsung's Bespoke AI pursuit When asked about Samsung's AI strategy for India, which tends to be price-sensitive in some ways, Moonkeun Lee explains that there is a lower-spec version of the Tizen OS, that has been developed for the lower priced products. 'Initially, our AI tech was available in our premium products, but recently we have developed a lower version of Tizen OS, which is Tizen Lite. This has been adapted to our mid-end products that do not have screens, so that those appliances can also support features like Bixby,' he says. The company has developed five features across the smart appliances portfolio, which are exclusive for India. One pertains to service — the Home Care Plus feature will detail any error or fault in a smart appliance, and at the press of a single key within the SmartThings app, share the specifics as well as the device details to the service centre. The Family Hub refrigerator which has a large 32-inch screen with AI Vision to suggest recipes based on what is stored inside as well as the ability to become a Wi-Fi range extender, will now support Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Oriya, Tamil, Malayalam, Punjabi, and Telugu. That is, nine Indian languages, in addition to English. Also Read:Samsung's graceful tightrope walk, as Galaxy Z Fold6 retains its foldables lead The Smart ACs now work in sync with a ceiling fan that may be operational in the room. 'After 30 minutes of air conditioner use, considering the cooling effect of the ceiling fan, the air conditioner either gives an alarm to increase the temperature, or adjusts it automatically based on the user's pre-settings. Therefore, customers don't need to turn off the AC, turn on ceiling fan, and vice versa,' explains Sungil Ham, Vice President for SW R&D Group at Samsung. For Samsung, next on the agenda is localisation of AI and powerful voice-based engines. 'Our regional research centres are also trying their best to localise,' explains Sungil Ham. 'We have Bixby in English. At this time, Bixby in Hindi is under development. There is a 'Hinglish' Bixby (this is a mix of English and Hindi words, how we often structure sentences in conversation) which we have released recently,' he adds. Samsung hopes that 70% of the sales for these product lines in India, will be from the AI powered products. If these product lines are able to replicate even a fraction of the success Samsung Galaxy smartphones have had, those numbers will be huge. Key to that will be a versatile portfolio across price points, which will get more users to try AI. It is already happening. The WindFree air-conditioning portfolio, for instance, is priced upwards of ₹43,990 while the Bespoke AI refrigerator range with SmartThings connectivity is priced ₹46,990 onwards. These must provide a template of affordability. The smartphone inspiration with Bespoke AI is clear, encompassing Bixby, SmartThings, Tizen and Knox.
