Based on Android 14 the One UI 6 software brings bundles of new features and one among them is the Auto Blocker, which offers an extra layer of protection to the applications installed on your Samsung Galaxy devices.
With the Auto Blocker enabled, your phone will block the installation of apps from all unauthorized app stores. The tool also checks the installed apps for any malicious activity. It further blocks the transmission of commands over USB.
Auto Blocker also has other advanced tools, including protection inside the messages app pertaining to malicious media. There’s also an option to block software updates over USB to prevent installation of any tampered software build.
Samsung says,
- Block security threats and get an extra level of protection for your apps and data. Auto Blocker prevents unknown apps from being installed, checks for malware, and blocks malicious commands from being sent to your phone using a USB cable.
How to enable Auto Blocker
- Open the Settings app on your Galaxy device.
- Tap on Security and Privacy.
- Here you will find the Auto Blocker option.
- Click on it, and turn on the toggle.
