SKT Begins Reservations for Quantum Security 'Quantum2'... Announces Up to 236,000 KRW Public Subsidy

[Asia Economy Reporter Seulgina Cho] SK Telecom, together with Samsung Electronics, is unveiling the second quantum-secure 5G smartphone, the ‘Galaxy Quantum2.’ It features flagship-level performance combined with enhanced quantum encryption security technology. Pre-orders run from the 13th to the 19th, with early activation from the 20th to the 22nd. The official release date is the 23rd.

According to SK Telecom on the 13th, the Galaxy Quantum2, which began pre-orders that day, is equipped with the world’s smallest Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) chipset (2.5mm x 2.5mm), just like its predecessor. The QRNG chipset generates purely random numbers that are unpredictable and patternless, helping to make security-critical services such as authentication, finance, and messaging safer to use.

In particular, the convenience and application scope of quantum security services have been greatly expanded compared to the previous model. To address the need for separate quantum security application development for each service, services using the ‘Android Standard Keystore’ now automatically apply quantum security technology during login, authentication, and payment functions without separate development. In other words, quantum security technology embedded in the OS itself is applied to each service.

An SK Telecom official explained, "Through this, Galaxy Quantum2 customers can use various services more securely with quantum security technology, including SK Telecom services like T World, PASS, and T Membership, as well as financial institutions such as Shinhan Bank and SC First Bank. After launch, we plan to sequentially expand quantum security technology to various services including financial companies like Samsung Card, and platforms like FLO and V Coloring."

The Galaxy Quantum2’s retail price is 699,600 KRW. It features a large 6.7-inch display, a 64-megapixel camera, and a Snapdragon 855 Plus chipset. SK Telecom announced that the official subsidy for the Galaxy Quantum2 will range from 128,000 to 236,000 KRW depending on the plan. The final subsidy amount will be confirmed on the early activation date, the 20th.

Alongside this, SK Telecom has prepared an event called the ‘Subscription♡Subscription Festival,’ where Galaxy Quantum2 buyers can receive spectacular subscription package prizes under the ‘Safety’ theme.

After completing activation, customers can enter through a separate online event page (www.skt-safe-kdkdfesta.com). Prizes worth a total of 880,000 KRW will be awarded by lottery, including a 3-year subscription to ADT Caps Home, a 2-month subscription to Hyundai Food Hall Hanwoo Ansim, and a 1-year subscription to Mima Mask. Both online and offline purchasers can participate in this event.

Additionally, Galaxy Quantum2 buyers who subscribe to the ‘Paris Baguette Subscription’ service will be entered into a separate drawing to receive a bonus prize: a Paris Baguette Honey Combo Lunch Set worth approximately 8,500 KRW.

Special benefits are also prepared for pre-order customers. Those who pre-order the Galaxy Quantum2 can apply for various premium gifts such as Galaxy Buds Live and a dedicated clear case through the Samsung Members app.

SK Telecom is also running the ‘Save Me Quantum’ event on the T Direct Shop, where customers can test their security type. All participants will receive a 2-month free trial of ADT Caps Home Door Guard. Additionally, by lottery, prizes such as Louis Vuitton bag charms/key holders (10 winners), Tiffany tag key pendants (10 winners), and Starbucks Caramel Macchiato (2,001 winners) will be awarded.

Customers who purchase the Galaxy Quantum2 from T Direct Shop can choose one of six exclusive gifts: a wireless car vacuum cleaner, a car air purifier, a neck/shoulder massager, Bluetooth earphones, an Artec mask holder package, or a Customellow mask holder. On 11st, pre-order customers will also receive up to 150,000 KRW discount (with affiliated credit cards + T Membership) and separate gifts worth about 30,000 KRW.

SK Telecom and Samsung Electronics will actively engage in ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) management activities to address social issues by donating part of the profits related to the Galaxy Quantum2. The two companies plan to accumulate 1,000 KRW per Galaxy Quantum2 device sold to purchase laptops and tablet PCs, which will be donated to underprivileged groups in education.

Han Myung-jin, head of SK Telecom’s Marketing Group, stated, “Through the Galaxy Quantum2, we have expanded near-perfect quantum security technology to services such as finance and security. We will continue to expand the scope of services going forward.”

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.