Samsung may add verified batteries with security chips to Galaxy A phones

Samsung will reportedly add a security chip to batteries in some upcoming mid-range phones, including the Galaxy A series, per The Elec. The verification system could mirror Apple's battery pairing and complicate third-party or DIY repairs.

• Verification chips are said to arrive in future mid-range Galaxy phones, including the A series
• Samsung declined to confirm, citing undisclosed next-gen product plans
• Apple already uses battery verification and parts pairing on iPhone
• Verified batteries could also give recyclers data on maker and usage