Samsung needs to step up on AI data transparency too
Samsung has started adding more AI features to its phones, especially with the Galaxy S24 series. These tools help users with things like editing photos, summarizing text, or even translating calls. But one important thing is missing — Samsung hasn’t clearly explained how it handles user data with these AI features.
Apple recently made headlines by saying it won’t collect personal data from users to run its upcoming AI tools. This move was praised for putting user privacy first. Samsung, however, hasn’t shared much about how its Galaxy AI features handle sensitive information.
Since AI tools often need to access things like messages, photos, and other personal data, users need to know if that data is being stored or shared. Samsung has said it uses both on-device and cloud-based AI, but it hasn’t gone into detail about how secure the cloud processing is.
With Apple setting a strong example, Samsung could end up looking careless about privacy if it doesn’t become more open. People want to enjoy smart features without worrying about their privacy. So, Samsung should clearly explain how it protects user data — not just for trust, but also to stay competitive.
In the world of AI, being open and honest about data use matters more than ever.
