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Korea Herald
4 days ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
Samsung faces pricing dilemma in US amid Trump's 25% tariff plan
US President Donald Trump's latest announcement of a minimum 25 percent tariff on all smartphones manufactured overseas and imported into the US has sent ripples through the global tech sector, with Samsung Electronics bracing for potential fallout. A 25 percent tariff could raise retail prices of Galaxy smartphones by 30 to 40 percent in the US, significantly undermining Samsung's ability to generate the usual post-launch momentum, according to industry sources on Wednesday. Samsung produces about half of its smartphone volume in Vietnam. This includes a wide range of flagship devices — from the Galaxy S series and foldable Z Flip and Z Fold models to the more affordable Galaxy A series — many of which are exported directly to the US market. While Trump argues that American companies can avoid tariffs by shifting production to the US, sources say such a move is far from feasible for Samsung. High labor costs and lower operational efficiency make large-scale manufacturing in the US economically unviable. The most immediate concern is Samsung's upcoming foldable lineup, scheduled for launch in the second half of this year. If Trump's proposed tariffs are enforced, the Galaxy Fold series could face substantial import duties, directly affecting pricing strategies in North America — one of the world's most lucrative markets for premium smartphones. Apple continues to dominate the US smartphone market, maintaining a market share of 50 to 60 percent each quarter. This sustained dominance poses a challenge for competitors such as Samsung, which already struggles to gain significant ground and finds it difficult to compete on price alone. According to market research firm Counterpoint Research, Apple led the US smartphone market in the first quarter of this year with a 57.1 percent share, followed by Samsung at 26.5 percent. Motorola came in third with 4.2 percent. The pressure is compounded by a stark profitability gap. Samsung's smartphone division posted an operating profit margin of 9.1 percent, far below Apple's robust 31 percent. This means the tariff shock would hit Samsung harder, limiting its capacity to absorb the added costs. In a bid to protect its US market share, Samsung may consider offsetting the cost burden by slightly raising smartphone prices in other markets, including Korea. 'Samsung might avoid raising US prices too sharply to defend its market position and instead spread the cost across global markets,' said an industry source who requested anonymity. 'But that could trigger backlash from domestic consumers, who may question why they're being made to share the cost of a US-specific policy.' As of now, Samsung has not made an official comment regarding its pricing strategy or contingency plans in response to the tariff announcement. yeeun@
Hans India
21-05-2025
- Hans India
Samsung One UI 7 Rolls Out: Full List of Galaxy Devices Updated
Samsung Electronics on Wednesday began rolling out One UI 7, based on Android 15, to its Galaxy smartphones, foldables and tablets in several regions. Select Galaxy A models have also started receiving the update. One UI 7 replaces the previous interface for Quick Settings and the Notification Panel, reorganizing tiles and notifications into a single view. Icons adapt to user-selected theme colors, and interface elements follow a consistent design across device types. The update introduces the Now Bar, a persistent control strip, across all supported Galaxy devices. Placement of the in-screen fingerprint sensor on the lock screen varies: it aligns centrally on non-flagship phones and shifts lower on premium models to match hardware specifications. Devices confirmed to have received One UI 7 include: * Galaxy S Series: S24, S24 FE, S23, S23 FE, S22, S21, S21 FE * Galaxy Z Series: Flip6, Fold6, Flip5, Fold5, Flip4, Fold4, Flip3, Fold3, Fold Special Edition * Galaxy Tab S Series: Tab S10 Plus, S10 Ultra, S9, S9 Plus, S9 Ultra, S9 FE, S9 FE Plus, S8, S8 Plus, S8 Ultra * Galaxy Tab A Series: A9, A9 Plus * Galaxy A Series: A55, A54, A35, A16, A15 Rollout timing varies by region and carrier. Users can manually check for the update by navigating to Settings > Software update > Download and install.
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Korea Herald
12-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
[Graphic News] Samsung back on top of global smartphone market in Q1
Samsung Electronics has reclaimed its position as the world's leading smartphone vendor, surpassing Apple in the first quarter of this year. According to market research firms Counterpoint Research, IDC and Canalys, Samsung ranked first in market share, selling 61 million smartphones and holding a 20 percent share during the period. This growth in shipments was driven by the success of the Galaxy S25 series and the early launch of the new Galaxy A series. Apple, which sold 58 million smartphones, dropped to second place in the first quarter, holding a 19 percent market share. Among Chinese companies, Xiaomi maintained its third-place position with a 14 percent market share, followed by Oppo and Vivo, each with 8 percent. The three research firms also noted that global smartphone shipments grew by 1 to 3 percent year-on-year in the first quarter of this year.
Android Authority
07-05-2025
- Android Authority
Popular Galaxy 25 features are now arriving on affordable Galaxy A series phones
Paul Jones / Android Authority TL;DR The latest Galaxy A series lineup is now getting the Gemini side button functionality. They are also gaining support for Gemini integration with Samsung apps. The features are arriving as part of Samsung's May update for the phones. Samsung has reportedly begun rolling out the May update to its latest Galaxy A series smartphones, including the Galaxy A56, A36, and A26. The most notable addition is a new function for the side button, which now lets users quickly launch Gemini. Previously, this press-and-hold feature for Gemini was exclusive to Galaxy S series devices. With the May update, it's now making its way to Samsung's more affordable Galaxy A lineup as Samsung promised. While the update changes the default behavior of the side button, users still have the option to remap it to Bixby if they prefer. The update also expands Gemini's capabilities on these phones, allowing the AI assistant to interact with Samsung apps like Calendar, Notes, Reminders, and Clock. You can now perform tasks in these apps simply by using natural voice commands with Gemini, same as flagship Samsung phones. Additionally, the Galaxy A56 is also receiving the May security patch as part of this update. If you're in the US, it's worth noting that the Galaxy A56 hasn't launched there yet, so this update only applies to A36 and A26 users in the country for now. Samsung has confirmed that the A56, priced at $499, will eventually arrive stateside, but there's no official release date yet. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Syyaha
06-05-2025
- Syyaha
Samsung Expands Direct Access to AI Assistant with Side Button on Galaxy A Series
Samsung Electronics Co., that select Galaxy A series devices will soon support AI assistant activation through the side button, bringing a fan-favorite feature from the Galaxy S series to more users and furthering Samsung's vision of democratizing the latest AI experiences. With this update[1], users will be able to enjoy smarter AI experiences, including launching Gemini[2], Google's AI-powered assistant, by simply pressing and holding the side button. Samsung introduced Awesome Intelligence[3] on the latest Galaxy A series – Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G and Galaxy A26 5G – including select fan-favorite AI-powered features that open up Galaxy's incredible mobile AI experiences to more the upcoming update makes it easier for even more Galaxy A series users around the world to complete everyday tasks more intuitively with direct access to Gemini with the side button. Known for its balance of performance and value, the Galaxy A series now offers a smarter mobile experience thanks to this update. With easier access to Gemini, users can effortlessly check their schedule, find nearby restaurants or get recommendations for birthday gifts using voice commands. They can also carry out tasks across apps[4] with just a single command – like finding a dinner spot on Google Maps and sending the address to a friend through Messages – spanning Samsung, Google and select third-party apps. 'Samsung and Google have been working together to deliver seamless, intuitive and meaningful AI experiences, making the latest technology more accessible for more users,' said Jay Kim, Executive Vice President and Head of Customer Experience Office, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. 'We're excited that Galaxy A series users will now be able to activate Gemini faster and more naturally through a simple gesture that brings intelligent support into the flow of daily tasks.' Faster access to Gemini means help is ready in everyday moments – like making last-minute dinner plans. With a simple voice command, users can say 'Find French, pet-friendly restaurants with terrace seating nearby' to Gemini and get suggestions in seconds, making it easy to pick a spot and share it with a friend, without typing a single word. The software update will roll out globally to select Galaxy A series models starting in early May. For more information about the Galaxy A series, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, and [1] Availability and supported features may vary by market, carrier and device model. This update will be only available on Galaxy A56 5G, A55 5G, A54 5G, A36 5G, A35 5G, A34 5G, A26 5G, A25 5G, A25e 5G and A24 running One UI 7, and is scheduled to begin rolling out in May. Timing subject to change. [2] Internet connection and compatible operating system required. Availability may vary by device, country/region, and language. [3] Awesome Intelligence is available on Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A36 5G, and Galaxy A26 5G. Availability of Awesome Intelligence features may vary by country/region, One UI/OS version, device model, and carrier. [4] Requires internet connection and Google Account login. Service availability may vary by country/region, language, and device model. Works on compatible apps. Feature availability may differ depending on subscription and results may vary. Set up may be required for certain functions or apps. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
