Samsung’s One UI 8 reportedly brings a robust security alert system
As Android 16 is set to reinforce the Security and Privacy page, Samsung is looking to add its own changes in One UI 8. This comes as new APK teardowns indicate a coming “Alert Center” feature. According to a report from Android Authority, Samsung’s One UI 8 update is adding an “Alert Center” to its list of security features. The new feature comes as a more robust notification system, alerting the user to security flaws that can be easily addressed. This feature goes beyond the general cues seen in Android when certain apps have access to sensitive data, like your camera or microphone. Normally, a little green dot is visible in the top status bar, but Samsung wants to go beyond that with proactive alerts. The Alert Center will offer notifications for privacy and security alerts. Sensitive functions like the camera will be part of that system, alerting users if apps still have access to their camera when not in use. Further, notifications can notify users that certain apps were able to access messages or the microphone. The report also indicates that One UI 8 security alerts will include outdated software notifications, found malware, unsecured accounts, and reminders to set biometric security features. This comes as Google plans to incorporate stronger security measures for devices with Android 16. A new “Advanced Protection” feature aims to prevent some of these threats with tighter security. While Samsung has made One UI capable of preventing threats in a similar vein possible, the Alert Center looks like a further step in ensuring users ar keeping their devices tight to their chest. There is no information on when Samsung might roll the Alert Center out, but code was found in One UI 8 regarding the security tool, indicating that it may be a while before we see it. Further, more details will likely emerge, if this feature even comes to fruition. Samsung has reservations open now for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 series, with a $50 credit when you pre-order and a free entry for a chance to win $5,000. Samsung notes reservations are free, and there’s no obligation to actually buy a device if you sign up, but there’s no other time you can get that $50 credit. Reserve Galaxy Z Fold 7 now on Samsung.com Add 9to5Google to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.