Samsung has upgraded Samsung Wallet to improve its capabilities for Galaxy smartphone customers in India. The new capabilities include onboarding for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) at first device setup, allowing consumers to make payments immediately after activating their new Galaxy phone, streamlining the process. The app now allows biometric identification without the need for a PIN and enhances Tap & Pay capabilities, particularly for Forex cards.
Samsung has made substantial improvements to Samsung Wallet, a complete platform that allows Galaxy users to store multiple digital assets such as keys, payment methods, and identity cards in a single secure application. The newly released capabilities are intended to change device setup, payment management, and digital transactions for millions of consumers. Key innovations include seamless Unified Payments Interface (UPI) onboarding integrated into the device setup process, biometric authentication that eliminates the need for a PIN, and improved Tap & Pay functionalities that support both foreign exchange (FOREX) and online card payments. These advances are part of Samsung’s continued efforts to promote Samsung Wallet as a global and secure gateway to customers’ digital lives.
Samsung has become the first Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to enable the onboarding of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) accounts using Samsung Wallet during the first setup of Galaxy handsets. This integration enables consumers to be payment-ready as soon as they switch on their new Galaxy smartphone, providing a simple and frictionless experience that increases the adoption of UPI. As a result, this project improves digital payments in India and speeds the process of unpacking to payment readiness.
Samsung Wallet has upgraded its authentication process by incorporating biometric verification, which allows users to use the app and make UPI payments without entering a PIN. This feature improves access while boosting security and convenience by reducing manual input and friction during transactions. The new functionality makes safe payments as simple as unlocking your phone.
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Samsung Wallet’s functionality will be enhanced by letting users utilise their saved credit and debit cards for online transactions at a variety of popular retailers. This feature will allow customers to pay for products and services using securely tokenised cards in their Samsung Wallet, removing the need for manual card entry and allowing a faster and more secure checkout procedure.
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Samsung Wallet improves its digital payments experience by enabling FOREX cards for overseas purchases, which is made possible by WSFx Global Pay Limited. This functionality enables Galaxy users to conduct smooth Tap & Pay transactions throughout the world. Furthermore, Samsung has included AU Bank cards in its services, broadening its network of financial partners and approved card issuers.
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