Samsung Malaysia Electronics and Malayan Banking Berhad have launched Malaysia’s first Samsung Wallet QR Payment experience, allowing eligible Samsung Galaxy users to access Maybank’s MAE Scan & Pay functionality directly within the wallet app, according to an announcement made by both companies on July 21, 2026. The strategic partnership combines Samsung’s mobile innovation with Maybank’s digital banking ecosystem to streamline everyday transactions across urban and suburban communities.
Native Integration Simplifies Regional QR Payments
The collaboration integrates Maybank’s MAE Scan & Pay feature natively into the latest Samsung Wallet update. According to Charles Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics, the partnership aims to make everyday transactions effortless by allowing users to swipe, scan, and pay within seconds. Users can launch the QR payment interface with a quick swipe to buy meals, groceries, and coffee.
Beyond domestic use in Malaysia, the integration supports regional QR transactions across Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and Cambodia. Mohd Amri Mohd Sofian, Head, Community Financial Services Malaysia of Maybank, stated that the integration aligns with the bank’s ROAR30 ambitions to deliver intuitive, frictionless payment journeys that integrate naturally into customers’ daily lives while maintaining security and reliability.
Rollout Dates and Launch Campaign Rewards
The Samsung Wallet QR Payment rollout officially commenced on July 21, 2026, and is available on eligible Samsung Galaxy smartphones via the latest software and app updates. To encourage adoption, the companies announced a limited-time promotional campaign running from July 28 to October 30, 2026, offering exclusive rewards worth up to RM500,000.
According to the partnership details, eligible customers receive RM5 upon successfully connecting and activating QR Payment on Samsung Wallet. Users can earn up to RM15 in cashback or vouchers when spending during the campaign period. Furthermore, users accumulate Samsung Reward points with every transaction, which can be redeemed for Samsung products and vouchers via the Samsung members application.
Pro Tip: Ensure your Samsung Galaxy smartphone and Samsung Wallet application are updated to the latest version to access the MAE Scan & Pay feature and qualify for the RM5 activation reward.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access the Maybank QR payment feature in Samsung Wallet?
Eligible Samsung Galaxy users can access Maybank’s MAE Scan & Pay functionality natively inside Samsung Wallet following the latest app and software update released on July 21, 2026.
Can I use this feature outside of Malaysia?
Yes. Transactions can be completed locally in Malaysia and regionally across Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and Cambodia using the integrated MAE App functionality.
What rewards are available during the launch campaign?
A promotional campaign running from July 28 to October 30, 2026, offers up to RM500,000 in rewards. Users receive RM5 upon successful activation and can earn up to RM15 in cashback or vouchers on spending, alongside Samsung Reward points for every transaction.
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