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Samsung To Hold Mobile Phone Production Due To Chip Shortage
Amid the serious imbalance in semiconductor's supply globally, Samsung has halted the production of its semi-range mobile phones due to shortage of chip. However, the company had planned to release a cheaper version of Galaxy S21 in August, but suspended due to shortage of Qualcomm's application processor. According to South Korea's Electronics Times report, Samsung might suspend S21 FE model's production.
Tags: Samsung, Galaxy S21 Fan Edition, semiconductor, Qualcomm
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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Deep Sea Mining: Giants Google, BMW, Samsung Support Boycott
The suspension of deep seabed mining has been backed by automakers like BMW and Volvo despite the minerals being used in electric vehicle batteries and products. Reportedly, the companies cite the importance to protect ocean ecosystems that are being tampered by overfishing, noise pollution and climate change. Besides, companies like Samsung and Google have offered their support. Although ocean-mining is in infancy, the companies proposed to… read-more
Tags: Google, BMW, Samsung, Volvo, Deep Sea Mining, Electric Vehicles
Courtesy: The Times of India
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Samsungs' Much Awaited Smartphone Galaxy M12 To Launch Soon
Korean smartphone maker Samsung will launch its much awaited Galaxy M12 on March 11 in India. Succeeding the previous Galaxy M11, Galaxy M12 is equipped with 6.5-inch infinite-V display along with powerful 6,000mAh battery. In addition, the phone comes with a 8nm Exynos processor and 48MP primary lens. Currently priced at a base price of Rs 10,499, smartphone will be launched via an online event, as per Amazon webpage.
Tags: Smartphone, Galaxy M12, Samsung, India, Amazon
Courtesy: Gadgets Now
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Samsung Launches Level U2 Neckband-Style Wireless Headphones
Samsung has launched its flagship Level U2 neckband wireless headphone in India, priced at Rs 1,999. The water-resistant headphone is equipped with a powerful battery that offers up to 500 hours of standby time and 18 hours playback time on a single charge. Besides, the ergonomic ear tip Level U2 neckband also comes with a USB Type-C port for charging and physical buttons to receive/reject calls.
Tags: Samsung, Samsung Level U2 Neckband, Wireless Headphones, India
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Apple Inc. Becomes World's Biggest Smartphone Seller In 4th Quarter
The Apple Inc. became the world's largest smartphone seller as its shipment rose to 22% cornering 23.4% global market share. On January 27, the shipment data revealed that the US tech giant recorded over $100 billion revenue for the first time. While Apple sold 90.1M phones, it was seconded by Samsung which shipped 73.9 million devices in the same quarter. Reportedly, the demand for Apple products in greater China increased by 57%.
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Tags: Apple Inc, Smartphones, Samsung, smartphone seller
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Samsung Chief Imprisoned For 2.5 Years Over Corruption Charges
Samsung's vice-chairman and de facto chief Lee Jae-yong has been sentenced two-and-half-year jail after being convicted of a corruption scandal. The sentencing was a retrial-conclusion of corruption scandal regarding Lee and former South Korean President Park Geun-hye. Lee "actively provided bribes" in millions of dollars to Park in return of government favours, pronounced Seoul's Central District High Court. Meanwhile, experts believe Lee's… read-more
Tags: South Korea, Seoul, Lee Jae-yong, Park Geun-hye, Samsung
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Samsung Launches Galaxy S21 Series; Prices Begin At Rs 69,999
Samsung on January 14 unveiled the Galaxy S21 series which starts at Rs 69,999. The new series offers three variants - generic Galaxy S21, Standard Galaxy S21 Plus, and Galaxy S21 Ultra. The 5G-supporting smartphones can be pre-ordered through exclusive stores and leading online portals. However, the devices will hit the retail stores on January 29. The series will provide 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM for basic variant and will raise these for… read-more
Tags: Samsung, Galaxy-S21 Series, Samsung Galaxy, Smartphones
Courtesy: Deccan Herald
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COVID Blues: Samsung Records Decade-Low Shipment In 2020
Going by reports, the pandemic-stricken South Korean smartphone maker Samsung has sold the lowest number of handsets in 2020 during the last decade. The statistics show that the company's third-quarter end shipment stood at 189.4 million units and annual shipment might conclude around 270 million. However, the company is hopeful to increase sales as it prepares to launch 5G mobile phones in 2021 along with various other 'affordable' products… read-more
Tags: Samsung, South Korea, 2020, Covid-19 Effect, Sale Drop, Smartphone
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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Samsung Launches World's 1st Mobile Optimised And Rotatable TV 'Sero'
Samsung has launched the world's first smartphone optimized and rotating TV 'Sero' in the Indian markets on November 11. 'Sero' which means 'vertical' can change its orientation from horizontal to vertical with just a button. The 43-inch TV has been priced at Rs 1,24,990 and will be available exclusively at Reliance Digitals. The AI equipped TV also has features like responsive UI, Tap View, and Adaptive Picture for better experience.
Tags: Samsung, Artificial Intelligence, Reliance
Courtesy: Business Insider
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South Korea's Richest Person, Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee Dies
Chairperson of tech-giant Samsung and South Korea's richest person Lee Kun-hee passed away on October 25. The 78-year-old had been in hospital for more than six years after suffering a major cardiac arrest. Lee held the majority single-person stake (4.18%) in the Samsung Electronics. The company, in its condolence statement, said, “Chairman Lee was a true visionary who transformed Samsung into the world-leading innovator and industrial… read-more
Tags: Samsung, Electronics, South Korea, Lee Kun-hee
Courtesy: Reuters
