Thanks to this new integration, users of a number of Samsung Galaxy smartphones will be able to lock, unlock, and start their Mercedes-Benz cars with their smartphones. The car recognizes the nearby device using Ultra-Wideband (UWB) or NFC technology. The key can not only be used but also securely shared with family or friends, restricting access if necessary.
- The digital key is stored in Samsung Wallet and is protected according to the EAL6+ security standard and Samsung Knox protocol.
- If the smartphone is lost or stolen, the key can be deleted or blocked through the Samsung Find service.
- Access to the car requires confirmation through biometrics or a PIN code.
Users can register their digital key through the Mercedes me app.
Supported Samsung devices:
Galaxy S21 Ultra/S21+, S22 Ultra/S22+, S23 Ultra/S23+, S24 Ultra/S24+, S25 Ultra/S25+, S25 Edge, Z Fold3, Z Fold4, Z Fold5, Z Fold6, Z Fold Special Edition.
Supported Mercedes-Benz models:
Mercedes-Benz vehicles that support the digital car key feature vary by region. In the USA, they include: E-Class Sedan W214, E-Class Wagon S214, Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV Z296, EQS Sedan V297, EQS SUV X296, EQE Sedan V295, EQE SUV X294, S-Class Sedan W223, S-Class Sedan Long V223, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Z223, Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé C192, Mercedes-AMG SL R232, Mercedes-Maybach SL Z232, C-Class Saloon W206, C-Class Estate S206, GLC SUV X254, GLC Coupé C254.
Source: Samsung
