McAfee and Samsung extend partnership for enhanced protection


McAfee Corp., a global firm and leader in online protection, has extended its nine-year partnership with Samsung to safeguard consumers’ personal data from online threats.

Samsung’s smartphones, including the latest Galaxy S23 series smartphones and Galaxy Book3 series, now come with pre-installed antivirus protection powered by McAfee as part of their partnership. The collaboration also extends to enhance the security of Samsung tablets and PCs.

McAfee enables people worldwide to enjoy more online by simplifying their security, wherever and however they access the internet. The company also stated that it’s smart technology helps people easily avoid risks, make wiser choices, and control their personal data.

McAfee adapts to the individual needs of each family member, keeping them safe and giving them easy tips to enhance their online security — regardless of their age, their hobbies, or their tech skills.

McAfee’s Threat Protection includes:

  • Over 200 threat experts
  • More than 100 million global threat detectors
  • Nearly 2,000 security patents globally
  • 537 new and distinct threats found every minute
  • 22,250 threats stopped every minute

By opting for Samsung devices equipped with McAfee’s award-winning antivirus software, users can easily access robust online protection to safeguard their personal information, reducing the risk of identity theft, said the company.

Availability

McAfee now provides malware protection for Samsung smartphones, tablets, and PCs, including the Galaxy S23 Ultra, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23, and Galaxy Book3 series. These devices come with pre-installed McAfee security solutions, which are widely accessible.

Commenting on the announcement, Gagan Singh, Chief Operating Officer at McAfee, said,

Samsung’s customers deserve to have fun and be productive online without worrying about security threats. Whether they are shopping, banking, or socializing, they can rely on our trusted online protection that we have been providing for Samsung for almost 10 years. We are proud to partner with Samsung and help consumers enjoy the internet safely and confidently.