The quantum cryptographic chip used in the phone is produced by ID Quantique and it uses quantum physics to come up with 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 found when using a fingerprint scanner and with facial recognition. This data is also used to verify passwords.
Using an independent chip to create the random numbers makes it less likely that the random number generator will fall victim to tampering and other methods used to influence the random number generator selecting numbers on other phones. Besides making online banking apps more secure, the chip will also verify the user’s identity allowing mobile purchases to proceed safely.
The Samsung Galaxy Quantum 5 is only available in South Korea. | Image credit-SamMobile
“Mobile phone users are more and more concerned that their data could get stolen. Our quantum chip provides powerful security for a large number of services used on the Galaxy Quantum 5, protecting customers most valuable information.” Grégoire Ribordy, CEO and co-founder of ID Quantique
A triple-camera array is on the back including a 50MP primary camera, a 12MP ultra-wide camera, and a 5MP Macro camera for close-ups. The phone comes with a 5000mAh capacity battery with support for 25W fast charging. The three color options for the device are all awesome! There is Awesome Ice Blue, Awesome Lilac, and Awesome Navy. The Galaxy Quantum 5 is priced at KRW 618,200 ($465).
If you live in South Korea and you’re concerned about attackers getting into your phone’s banking app, this might be the device for you. Pre-orders for the Galaxy Quantum 5 began on August 23rd and the phone went on sale August 28th.
