Samsung adds new models to its Digital Car Key support list, but not all work with UWB
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A few weeks after Apple, the Samsung Digital Car Key initiative announced support for a number of new BMW, Kia, and Genesis models, reports TizenHelp. These include the Genesis GV60, Genesis G90, BMW 1-8 Series, BMW Z4, BMW X5-X7, BMW iX3, BMW iX, BMW i4, and the Kia Niro.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Samsung phone models currently support the Digital Car Key feature?
Which specific Samsung phone models currently support the Digital Car Key feature?
The Digital Car Key option is presently available on the Galaxy S22 and S21 series, the Note 20 Ultra, and Samsung's foldable phones like the Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3. Other devices are not mentioned as compatible yet.
Q.Are there any differences in functionality between the new supported car models?
Are there any differences in functionality between the new supported car models?
Yes, there are differences. The luxury Genesis models (GV60, G90) will support both NFC and UWB connectivity. However, all other newly supported BMW and Kia models only offer NFC support.
Q.Is Samsung's Digital Car Key feature available worldwide for these new models?
Is Samsung's Digital Car Key feature available worldwide for these new models?
No, it is not currently available globally for these new models. The feature is available on Samsung's home turf for now, with hopes for a global rollout soon.
Q.Do any other phone brands support digital car keys, according to the article?
Do any other phone brands support digital car keys, according to the article?
Yes, besides Samsung, Google's Pixel 6 series also supports digital car keys. Google has even incorporated BMW support at a system level within Android 12.
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