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Samsung Galaxy phones just got new Auto Blocker feature with One UI 6 — here’s how it works


Samsung Galaxy S23 phones, as well as several older models, are about to get a new suite of security features in the form of Auto Blocker, a part of the new One UI 6 OS update.

Security improvements are a common part of software updates, but the interesting thing about Auto Blocker is that it’s entirely optional. That means power users can leave the settings off to enable a freer experience with their device, but less confident Galaxy phone owners can switch them on and feel safer.

A graphic representing Samsung Auto Blocker

(Image credit: Samsung)

For example, one of Auto Blocker’s biggest additions is the ability to stop app installs via sideloading, which is downloading apps from outside the Google Play Store or Galaxy Store. This is disabled by default though, so users who know what they’re doing can still sideload legitimate apps without Samsung’s software sounding the alarm.



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