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SEOUL, South Korea, December 11, 2024 - Samsung Electronics presented the One UI 7 beta program, establishing a new reference point for security and privacy in the AI era. According to Samsung.com, the update introduces enhanced security features designed to provide users with greater transparency, control and confidence in their connected ecosystems.
One UI 7 incorporates unique Samsung tools such as Knox Matrix and Maximum Restrictions, which redefine device security through advanced detection of user-centered threats and privacy controls. This development underscores Samsung’s commitment to adapt security measures for the hyper-connected world and with the current AI.
Matrix Knox: A secure locking chain for connected devices
Knox Matrix takes the central scene in Samsung’s vision for the safety of the interconnected device. According to Samsung, this technology uses a secure private channel, called Trust Chain, to monitor and manage threats on Samsung Galaxy devices, TVs and devices. The new Knox Matrix panel provides an easy-to-use interface to monitor security status at a glance.
With the control panel, users can determine whether their devices are safe, green or at risk, with practical recommendations for rehabilitation. Better data protection also ensures perfect synchronization of connected devices while providing a method for recovering data stored by Samsung Cloud. This function allows users to transfer recovered data to a new device using a previously verified proof lock screen.
Samsung introduced passwords as part of Knox Matrix’s Creative Sync feature, allowing users to securely connect to their Samsung account and devices using biometric authentication. This simplifies access to applications and devices, providing faster and safer connection options for AI-led lifestyles.
Maximum restrictions: improve user control
The updated maximum restrictions further strengthen Samsung’s security offerings by allowing users to block 2G services, avoiding the interception of data on dangerous networks. In addition, users can control automatic connections to potentially dangerous Wi-Fi networks, opting for manual connections if necessary, according to Samsung.
This improvement is based on existing protections at Samsung Messages and Samsung Gallery, where users can remove shared photo location data, avoid automatic uploads of attached files and block hyperlinks. These measures are consistent with the company’s strategy to protect the privacy of users without compromising their functionality.
Full security configuration for device protection
An IU 7 introduces new features to enhance device security, including a USB block option that prevents unauthorized port access when the device is blocked. In addition, Safe Install works with Auto Blocker to alert users who are trying to download applications from unauthorized sources. This guarantees protection against malware and involuntary lateral load.
According to Samsung, these updates reflect their commitment to providing comprehensive security solutions for Galaxy users worldwide. By addressing the vulnerabilities inherent in modern connectivity, Samsung enables users to navigate the digital world with greater confidence.
Advanced characteristics of flight protection
An IU 7 improves Samsung’s flight protection suite by introducing identity verification, an opt-in function to detect suspicious activity on compromised devices. This tool adds biometric authentication as protection to modify critical security settings in unknown locations.
In addition, the update incorporates a one-hour security delay to avoid immediate unauthorized changes in device configuration. The remote locking and locking functions ensure that personal data remains secure, even in the event of theft or loss, enhancing Samsung’s attention to data confidentiality in critical scenarios.
Global availability and future deployment
Samsung announced that the One UI 7 beta program is now open to Galaxy S24 users in certain areas, including Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the United Kingdom and the United States, as of December 5. The full version of One UI 7, with additional artificial intelligence capabilities and hardware-dependent improvements, will begin with Galaxy S series devices in the first quarter of 2025.
According to Samsung’s expanded operating system update policy, the update will gradually extend to other Galaxy devices, ensuring greater accessibility. According to Samsung, these advances mean a significant breakthrough in its mission to protect privacy and security in the AI era.
With the introduction of One UI 7, Samsung continues to set the standard for integrated security, offering a holistic approach for the protection of personal data and device ecosystems. These innovations highlight the company’s leadership in addressing the changing challenges of a hyper-connected world.
