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Samsung has announced the expansion of Samsung SOS+ provided by AURA to a wider range of Galaxy devices.
Initially launched with the Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, Galaxy A26 5G, and later rolled out to the Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy A17, Samsung SOS+ is extending the 12-month free-to-use, 24/7 emergency response access to include its latest flagship and foldable Galaxy models.
Support
Devices now supported include:
- Galaxy Z Series (Z Fold7, Z Flip7, Z Flip7 FE)
- Galaxy S Series (S25 Ultra, S25+, S25, S25 Edge, S25 FE)
Samsung said customers who purchase any of the eligible Galaxy devices from 1 November 2025 to 31 January 2026, on both pre-paid and post-paid (contract), will receive 12 months’ free access to private medical and armed response, courtesy of Samsung SOS+.
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Access
The access does not cover private in-hospital medical care, only emergency assistance to the hospital.
“In an emergency, Samsung SOS+ instantly geolocates the user and dispatches the nearest private security or medical response unit. Access is simple and intuitive, and users can trigger support through the ICE (In Case of Emergency) list , the app, SMS, or a toll-free number.”
Safety
Zahir Cajee, Mobile eXperience Lead: Product & Commercial at Samsung Africa said the company is integrating safety into the everyday lives of our customers.
“We continue to push the boundaries of connected innovation, from Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered mobile experiences to thoughtful, safety-led features like Samsung SOS+.
“This access reflects our ongoing commitment to enhancing everyday life through technology, ensuring our customers have access to real, reliable, and rapid emergency support when it matters most. With SOS+, help is always just a few taps away, giving users greater confidence and peace of mind,” Cajee said.
Availability
You can get the Samsung SOS+ eligible devices are available from mobile phone operators, retail partners, the Samsung App Shop, Samsung stores and online.
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