Samsung released an advisory on Saturday urging users of compatible Galaxy devices to enable its latest anti-theft features. The South Korean tech company pointed to the increasing number of mobile theft incidents and stressed that both the current security tools and new additions introduced with the One UI 7 update will help users better safeguard their devices and personal data. The company also launched an awareness campaign in the UK in collaboration with the UK Home Office.
Samsung Rolls Out Upgraded Anti-Theft Tools in One UI 7
In a newsroom update, Samsung announced that it is expanding the range of devices receiving the enhanced anti-theft and new anti-robbery features through the One UI 7 update. Originally introduced with the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, these security features are now rolling out to the Galaxy S24, S23, and S22 series, as well as the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Z Fold 5, and Z Flip 5. Samsung added that even more devices will gain access to these upgrades by the end of 2025.
The OS update brings in Theft Protection, Samsung’s latest security suite. This includes existing tools like Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, and Remote Lock, along with new anti-robbery additions such as Identity Check and Security Delay.
Importantly, the South Korean tech giant points out that the Theft Protection suite leverages Android’s built-in safeguards, which are effective when a thief doesn’t have access to the device’s PIN. Additionally, One UI 7 introduces new features designed for more severe situations where login credentials may have been compromised.
Samsung’s anti-robbery tools specifically address these critical situations. The Identity Check feature protects sensitive security settings by requiring biometric verification if the device is detected in an unfamiliar location. This means that even if someone obtains the PIN, your data remains secure. Another key feature, Security Delay, adds a one-hour waiting period when an attempt is made to reset the device’s biometric data. This extra time gives users the chance to remotely lock their phone from another connected device—like a PC or tablet—before an attacker can change crucial settings.
