The quantum cryptography chip used in the phone is manufactured by ID Quantique and uses quantum physics to generate random numbers that are used in the encryption and decryption of biometric data used to unlock phones and verify the user's identity. This is the case when using a fingerprint scanner and facial recognition. This data is also used to verify passwords.
By using an independent chip to generate the random numbers, the random number generator is less likely to be tampered with or other methods used to influence the random number generator's number selection on other phones. In addition to making online banking apps more secure, the chip also verifies the user's identity so that mobile purchases can be made securely.
The Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 is only available in South Korea. | Image credit: SamMobile
“Mobile phone users are increasingly concerned that their data could be stolen. Our quantum chip provides powerful security for a wide range of services used on the Galaxy Quantum 5, protecting customers' most valuable information.” Grégoire Ribordy, CEO and co-founder of ID Quantique
There is a triple camera setup on the back, including a 50MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 5MP macro camera for close-up shots. The phone has a 5000mAh capacity battery and supports 25W fast charging. The three color options for the device are all amazing! There is Awesome Ice Blue, Awesome Lilac, and Awesome Navy. The Galaxy Quantum 5 is priced at 618,200 KRW ($465).
If you live in South Korea and are worried about attackers breaking into your phone's banking app, this might be the device for you. Pre-orders for the Galaxy Quantum 5 began on August 23, and the phone went on sale on August 28.