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SmartThings
SmartThings
Quickly and easily connect and control your smart home devices through SmartThings.
SmartThings is compatible with 100s of smart home brands. So, you can control all of your smart home gadgets in one place, including your Samsung Smart TV and smart home appliances.
With SmartThings, you can connect, monitor and control multiple smart home devices quicker and easier. Connect your Samsung smart TVs, smart appliances, smart speakers and brands like Ring, Nest and Philips Hue – all from one app.
Then control your smart devices using voice assistants including Google Assistant
[Key Features]
– Control and check in on your home from wherever you are
– Connect your smart devices across many different brands to work together by setting ‘scenes’
– Build routines that are set on time, weather, and device status, so your home runs smoothly in the background
– Allow shared control by giving access to other users
– Receive status updates about your devices with automated notifications
– Talk to your devices using Google Assistant
– Track, monitor and save money on energy with SmartThings Energy. See how much your home and compatible Samsung devices cost to run, and try various energy saving features, such as AI saving mode, or schedule devices to run during off peak hours.
– Receive recipe recommendations by scanning meal kits, wine, and meat. Plan, shop and prep meals with the help of SmartThings Cooking
※ Some features may not be available in all countries.
[App requirements]
Some mobile devices may not be supported.
– iOS 16.0 or later / iPhone 6s or later / iPad mini 4 or later
※ App permissions
The following permissions are required for the app service. For optional permissions, the default functionality of the service is turned on, but not allowed.
[Required access permissions]
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[Optional access permissions]
• Bluetooth : Find nearby devices using Bluetooth or BLE.
• Microphone: Used to set up ultrasonic sensor-equipped devices
• Camera: Scan QR codes.
• Location: Automate actions using GPS. (GPS is optional.)
Find Wi-Fi information to add device in iOS 13 or later.
• Contacts: Verify user information that will be delivered while sending SMS.
SmartThings
Package ID
1222822904
Version
1.7.38
Developer
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Category
Lifestyle
Store Rank
62
App Store Link
View in App StoreDeveloper Privacy Policy
Privacy PolicyObservations Summary:
Permissions Observations
DETECTEDPermissions defined by Apple and Google as dangerous have been observed.
Observed During Analysis
- The app is requesting access to the device’s NFC hardware.
- The app is requesting access to the user’s media library.
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- The app needs access to Bluetooth.
- The app is requesting the ability to connect to Bluetooth peripherals.
- The app is requesting access to the device’s camera.
- The app is requesting access to the user’s contacts.
- The app is requesting the ability to authenticate with Face ID.
- The app is requesting access to the local network.
- The app is requesting access to the user’s location information at all times.
- The app is requesting access to the user’s location at all times.
- The app is requesting access to the user’s location information while the app is running in the foreground.
- The app is requesting access to the device’s microphone.
- The app is requesting add-only access to the user’s photo library.
- The app is requesting access to the user’s photo library.
- The app is requesting to send user data to Apple’s speech recognition servers.
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Why Permissions Matter
If not managed properly, dangerous permissions can permit malicious access to sensitive data, and device features.
Privacy Declarations Observations
DISCREPANCY DETECTEDA discrepancy in the declarations was observed, indicating there are conflicts or omissions in the app or component declarations.
Observed During Analysis
- Missing iOS Privacy Manifest
- Missing Accessed API Types Declaration
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- Missing Collected Data Types Declaration
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Why Privacy Declarations Matter
Declarations matter because they provide transparency on how apps collect and use sensitive data. iOS requires Privacy Manifest declarations, while Android requires Data Safety disclosures and manifest permissions.
Sensitive Data Collection and Sharing Observations
SENSITIVE INFO FOUNDThis app collects, stores, or shares information that is often designated as sensitive and private.
Observed During Analysis
- Identifier for Vendor (IDFV)
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Why Data Collection and Sharing Matters
If not managed properly private data can expose enterprises, customers, employees and partners to breach and compliance violations.
AI Observations
DETECTEDThis app uses artificial intelligence and may introduce risks including loss of IP, privacy concerns, or other unintended consequences.
Observed During Analysis
- OpenCV (Open Source Computer Vision Library)
- Compiled Core ML model
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Why AI Matters
AI features can process sensitive data in unexpected ways, potentially exposing proprietary information or creating liability.
Network Connections Observations
DETECTEDNetwork analysis has detected communication with external servers and data transfer patterns.
Observed During Analysis
Connected Hostname:
- akamai.com
- amazon.com
Server Locations:
- Ashburn, Virginia, US
- Chicago, Illinois, US
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- Columbus, Ohio, US
- Makati, National Capital Region, PH
- Seattle, Washington, US
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Why Network Connections Matter
Uncontrolled communication with external servers by an employee-used app could expose sensitive business data to unauthorized third parties. This unauthorized access can lead to data breaches, regulatory non-compliance, and damage to your business's reputation and financial standing.
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