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Phone Arena
10 hours ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Samsung just sent 40 million Galaxy users an urgent security message
Samsung is going all-in on security awareness across the UK, launching a nationwide campaign to encourage Galaxy smartphone owners to activate the new anti-theft features introduced with the One UI 7 update. The campaign supports the UK Home Office's efforts to curb rising phone theft, with Samsung highlighting a multi-layered suite of tools to protect users and their data in high-risk situations. One UI 7 brings Theft Protection to all Galaxy phones. | Image credit – Samsung A safety message sent through the Samsung Members app and other channels will reach over 40 million Galaxy users this week. The company is also backing the push with a major awareness campaign spanning London's Piccadilly Lights, train, and tube (metro) stations, social platforms, and online video ads. The message is simple: if you own a Galaxy phone, and you've updated to One UI 7 , now's the time to activate Theft Bizon, VP of Mobile Experience at Samsung UK, said: Theft Protection is in the security and privacy settings." Theft Protection is Samsung's set of anti-theft features, building on standard Android protections like Google's Find My Device. It got introduced with the Galaxy S25 series earlier this year and is now rolling out to many older Galaxy models. The features it includes are built into the Knox Security Platform and available through One UI 7 .Here's a breakdown of what's included: Identity Check : Requires biometric authentication in unfamiliar locations to make sensitive security changes. : Requires biometric authentication in unfamiliar locations to make sensitive security changes. Security Delay : Introduces a 1-hour delay before changes to biometric settings take effect—giving users time to trigger Remote Lock and take back control. Existing anti-theft upgrades Theft Detection Lock : Uses machine learning to detect snatching motions and instantly locks the screen. : Uses machine learning to detect snatching motions and instantly locks the screen. Offline Device Lock : Locks the screen if the phone loses internet connection for an extended period. : Locks the screen if the phone loses internet connection for an extended period. Remote Lock : Allows users to remotely lock the phone using just their number and a quick verification step. They can also display a custom message on the screen and explore recovery options. These protections are now live on the Galaxy S22, S23, S24, and S25 series, the Galaxy Z Flip 5/6, the Galaxy Z Fold 5/6, and other devices receiving the One UI 7 .0 update throughout 2025. Samsung has published a detailed setup guide for users who want to activate these features and protect their Galaxy devices. It also walks you through how to lock or erase your phone remotely, track it using a Galaxy Watch or Find My Device, and change your account credentials after a company even recommends creating a PIN and recovery message through the Samsung Find website in case of emergency. For full instructions, users can visit Samsung UK's support site or contact support directly. Theft Protections settings menu on Pixel phones. | Image credit – Google Most other phone manufacturers have also introduced theft protection functionality. Google, for example, has something called Theft Detection Lock , which utilizes AI and motion sensors to detect sudden movements indicative of theft (like snatching) and automatically locks the screen. Other features on Pixel Phones include Offline Device Lock, which automatically locks the device if it's disconnected from the internet for too long. Apple, on the other hand, has its Stolen Device Protection feature that requires biometric authentication for critical actions (accessing passwords, disabling Lost Mode, or erasing the device) when the iPhone is in unfamiliar locations. Motorola also has its set of security features, with some newer ones being Security Scan and Phishing Detection . The former uses artificial intelligence to proactively scan the device for malware and potential vulnerabilities, while the latter identifies and warns users about suspicious links or websites, helping prevent phishing attacks.
The Independent
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Watch Florence Pugh and Yungblud pour pints for customers at London pub
Florence Pugh surprised punters at The Devonshire in Piccadilly on Friday, stepping behind the bar to pour pints alongside singer Yungblud. The 29-year-old Marvel star, fresh from appearing in Yungblud's music video for his single Zombie, was seen chatting with customers and mastering the art of the perfect pour. Footage shows Pugh receiving cheers after successfully pouring a pint of Guinness, asking, "whose is this?" She later jokingly apologised after a less successful attempt, remarking, "I'm sorry". In another clip, she can be seen learning the ropes from a staff member, describing her initial effort as "a bit lumpy". Pugh most recently starred in Marvel's Thunderbolts as Yelena Belova, with other roles in Little Women (2019), Don't Worry Darling (2022), and Dune: Part Two (2024), and previously appeared in Rachel Chinouriri's music video for Never Need Me.
BreakingNews.ie
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Florence Pugh pours pints at London pub with singer Yungblud
Marvel star Florence Pugh has made a surprise appearance at a London pub where she poured pints alongside singer Yungblud. The 29-year-old appeared at The Devonshire in Piccadilly on Friday, where she was seen working behind the bar and chatting with customers, after starring in a music video for the singer's Zombie single. Advertisement Pugh was cheered after pouring a perfect pint of Guinness before asking 'whose is this?', and later remarking 'I'm sorry' after pouring a less impressive drink. In another clip, she can be seen learning to pour pints with a member of staff, describing her own first attempt as 'a bit lumpy'. It comes after Yungblud, whose real name is Dominic Harrison, turned up at Camden's Hawley Arms to put in a shift behind the bar earlier this year. The 27-year-old released his music video for Zombie, taken from his forthcoming fourth studio album, Idols, on Friday, with the album due for release on June 20th. Advertisement Oscar-winner Pugh stars in the video as a health worker on the brink, who is dealing with grief and exhaustion, wearing a set of angel wings. Speaking about the video, Yungblud said: 'The song was written initially about my grandmother going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before. 'It's about the feeling of deterioration and ugliness; shutting out the world and the people we love out of the fear of becoming a burden or an embarrassment. 'We all want someone or something to comfort us no matter how we are right now or who we become in the future. But it's f****** scary.' Advertisement Pugh most recently starred in Marvel's Thunderbolts, which was released earlier this year, and sees the British star play Yelena Belova. Pugh starring in the music video (Tom Pallant/PA) She is also known for her roles in Little Women (2019), Don't Worry Darling (2022), and Dune: Part Two (2024), and previously appeared in Rachel Chinouriri's music video for Never Need Me. Yungblud has had two number one albums in the UK chart with Weird!, in 2020, and his self-titled album in 2022. Earlier in the year, he received the disruptor of the year award at the Nordoff And Robbins Northern Music Awards, held in Liverpool. Advertisement
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Actor Florence Pugh pours pints at London pub with singer Yungblud
Marvel star Florence Pugh has made a surprise appearance at a London pub where she poured pints alongside singer Yungblud. The 29-year-old appeared at The Devonshire in Piccadilly on Friday, where she was seen working behind the bar and chatting with customers, after starring in a music video for the singer's Zombie single. Pugh was cheered after pouring a perfect pint of Guinness before asking 'whose is this?', and later remarking 'I'm sorry' after pouring a less impressive drink. In another clip, she can be seen learning to pour pints with a member of staff, describing her own first attempt as 'a bit lumpy'. It comes after Yungblud, whose real name is Dominic Harrison, turned up at Camden's Hawley Arms to put in a shift behind the bar earlier this year. The 27-year-old released his music video for Zombie, taken from his forthcoming fourth studio album, Idols, on Friday, with the album due for release on June 20. Oscar-winner Pugh stars in the video as a health worker on the brink, who is dealing with grief and exhaustion, wearing a set of angel wings. Speaking about the video, Yungblud said: 'The song was written initially about my grandmother going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before. 'It's about the feeling of deterioration and ugliness; shutting out the world and the people we love out of the fear of becoming a burden or an embarrassment. 'We all want someone or something to comfort us no matter how we are right now or who we become in the future. But it's f****** scary.' Pugh most recently starred in Marvel's Thunderbolts, which was released earlier this year, and sees the British star play Yelena Belova. She is also known for her roles in Little Women (2019), Don't Worry Darling (2022), and Dune: Part Two (2024), and previously appeared in Rachel Chinouriri's music video for Never Need Me. Yungblud has had two number one albums in the UK chart with Weird!, in 2020, and his self-titled album in 2022. Earlier in the year, he received the disruptor of the year award at the Nordoff And Robbins Northern Music Awards, held in Liverpool.
News.com.au
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Actor Florence Pugh pours pints at London pub with singer Yungblud
Marvel star Florence Pugh has made a surprise appearance at a London pub where she poured pints alongside singer Yungblud. The 29-year-old appeared at The Devonshire in Piccadilly on Friday, where she was seen working behind the bar and chatting with customers, after starring in a music video for the singer's Zombie single. Pugh was cheered after pouring a perfect pint of Guinness before asking 'whose is this?', and later remarking 'I'm sorry' after pouring a less impressive drink.
