INTELLIGENT BRANDS // Mobile Technology
Thales’ next-generation single-chip
solution embedded in Samsung’s
latest flagship smartphone
The Samsung Galaxy S20 will be the first and only device on
the market to feature Thales’ technological breakthrough
– the world’s first smartphones featuring a secure singlechip
solution to support both mobile connectivity and trusted
contactless services. The use of this innovative connected eSE offers
new possibilities for the next-generation of consumer devices that
pack a wide range of NFC services including secure payments or
transport ticketing.
Growing rapidly in popularity, the eSIM enables effortless
remote access to connectivity. Users can manage their mobile
subscriptions without having to fit or replace SIM cards. Galaxy
S20 users will be able to enjoy seamless mobile connectivity and
contactless applications such as payments, transit ticketing and
digital ID (including mobile passports and mobile driver licences)
in compliance with the relevant industrial specifications (GSMA,
payment and transit organisations). This all-in-one connected
eSE also saves further valuable space in smartphones,
smartwatches and tablets.
“At Samsung, we’re constantly striving to provide consumers with
the most advanced technology that will enable new and exciting
experiences that people can trust. We’re excited to partner with
Thales to offer Galaxy S20 users a unique solution that will offer
seamless connectivity and robust security. The Galaxy S20 boasts
the highest level of data protection and encryption with Common
Criteria Evaluation Assurance Level (CC EAL) 6+ certification. This
demands greater component miniaturisation while maintaining an
advanced level of security, ably demonstrated by Thales’ single-chip
integration of eSE and eSIM,” said Daniel Ahn, Senior Vice President
and Head of Mobile Security Team, Mobile Communications
Business, Samsung Electronics.
Phil Sealy, Research Director, Digital Security Research, ABI
Research, said: “Continuing eSIM integration by the world’s leading
smartphone brands, alongside the launch of next-generation
devices such as the Samsung S20 range, will move eSIM-compliant
smartphone shipments from 143 million in 2019 to in excess of
509 million in 2024.”
“This partnership reflects Samsung’s deep trust in Thales, a world
leader in eSIM technology and related subscription management
services. Cutting the number of separate components needed
within such devices also streamlines inventory and manufacturing
processes, boosting productivity and profitability. Thales is uniquely
placed in terms of its relationships with key service providers
for contactless applications, including banks, mobile operators,
automotive makers, transport providers and governments,” said
Emmanuel Unguran, Thales Senior Vice President for Mobile
Connectivity Solutions. •
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