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Samsung expands AI phone lineup with $300 5G galaxy devices

Samsung has expanded its Galaxy A series with three new 5G smartphones—the Galaxy A56, A36, and A26—each featuring enhanced artificial intelligence capabilities. Samsung’s introduction of the Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 smartphones underscores its commitment to delivering advanced features at more accessible price points. This move closely follows Apple’s release of the iPhone 16e, a […]

Samsung chief cleared of fraud in 2015 merger case
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Samsung chief cleared of fraud in 2015 merger case

A South Korean court on Monday upheld the acquittal of Samsung Electronics Executive Chairman Jay Y. Lee in a high-profile case involving allegations of accounting fraud and stock manipulation related to the controversial 2015 merger of Samsung affiliates Cheil Industries and Samsung C&T. The Seoul High Court dismissed the prosecution’s appeal, reaffirming a lower court’s […]

Samsung reports profit amid AI-driven chip demand
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Samsung launches S25 with enhanced AI amid Apple competition

Samsung Electronics unveiled its new Galaxy S25 series on Wednesday, highlighting its custom chip and enhanced AI features as key selling points. This launch comes after a challenging year for Samsung, as its smartphone shipments faced stiff competition from Chinese brands and Apple. The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is available in three variants: the S25, […]

Samsung reports profit amid AI-driven chip demand
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Samsung integrates generative AI into top-selling TVs

Samsung Electronics is advancing its AI efforts with Vision AI, a new suite of features for its premium TVs. The AI-powered screens can identify on-screen content, perform real-time translations, and create personalized background images. Equipped with built-in AI processors, the top models will also enhance visuals by analyzing content, boosting colors, contrast, and optimizing audio, […]

Samsung reports profit amid AI-driven chip demand
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Samsung shares rise by 7% amid $7bn buyback plan

Samsung Electronics’ stock on Monday saw a significant rise after the company announced a surprise buyback plan worth 10 trillion South Korean won ($7.19 billion) over the next year. The stock surged more than 7% in Seoul, following a 7.21% increase on Friday, fueled by news of a preliminary agreement with its largest workers union, […]

Samsung reports profit amid AI-driven chip demand
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Samsung plans $7bn stock buyback

Samsung Electronics has announced a plan to buy back 10 trillion won ($7.2 billion) of its shares over the next year, marking one of the largest shareholder return programs in the company’s history. The repurchase will be carried out in stages, with the first phase involving the buyback of approximately 3 trillion won worth of […]

A Samsung Galaxy Buds FE user in Ankara has reported a harrowing incident in which his girlfriend experienced a life-threatening situation when the earbuds allegedly exploded inside her ear, resulting in permanent hearing loss. In a post on the Turkish Samsung forum, the man detailed his experience, which soon caught the attention of various media outlets. He explained that he had purchased the new Galaxy Buds FE to pair with his Galaxy S23 Ultra phone. At the time of the incident, the earbuds were only 36 percent charged and had not been used extensively. According to the user, he let his girlfriend try the earbuds, but they unexpectedly exploded while in her ear, leading to serious health consequences. He shared images of the damaged earbud on the forum to illustrate the incident. After reaching out to Samsung, he took the exploded device to a service center in Cemalpasa, Adana. He stated that the staff were initially shocked and offered apologies, but the situation took a turn when they reported that the earbuds had merely “deformed” rather than exploded. They offered to replace the earbuds as a goodwill gesture. In his post, the user quoted Samsung as saying, “Take it or leave it. If you wish, you can pursue your legal rights.” He expressed frustration over the lack of accountability, noting that he has been dealing with the issue for months. He possesses the invoice, documentation of the explosion, before-and-after photos, and a medical report confirming hearing loss attributed to the incident. This isn’t the first time Samsung has faced scrutiny over safety concerns; the company previously dealt with serious issues related to exploding batteries in the Galaxy Note 7, which led to its discontinuation in 2016.
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Turkish woman suffers hearing loss after Samsung earbuds explodes

A Samsung Galaxy Buds FE user in Ankara has reported a harrowing incident in which his girlfriend experienced a life-threatening situation when the earbuds allegedly exploded inside her ear, resulting in permanent hearing loss. In a post on the Turkish Samsung forum, the man detailed his experience, which soon caught the attention of various media […]

Samsung reports profit amid AI-driven chip demand
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Samsung plans 30% cut in global staff across divisions

Samsung Electronics, a global leader in smartphones, TVs, and memory chips, is set to reduce its overseas workforce by up to 30% across certain divisions, according to sources familiar with the matter. This move will affect sales and marketing positions by approximately 15% and administrative roles by up to 30%, according to Reuters. The South […]

Samsung recalls 1m stoves in US over safety concerns
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Samsung recalls 1m stoves in US over safety concerns

Samsung is recalling over 1.1 million slide-in electric stoves in the United States following reports of accidental fires that have injured 40 people and caused pet fatalities, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The recall, announced on Friday, affects stoves sold between 2013 and 2024. Samsung is offering free replacement knob locks or […]

Samsung reports profit amid AI-driven chip demand
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Samsung reports profit amid AI-driven chip demand

Samsung Electronics has announced a substantial surge in its second-quarter operating profit, driven by a dramatic increase in demand for AI-related chips. The company reported a more than 15-fold rise in operating profit for the April-June period, reaching 10.4 trillion won ($7.52 billion), compared to just 670 billion won a year earlier. The surge in […]

Samsung launches smart ring that tracks sleep, movements
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Samsung launches smart ring that tracks sleep, movements

Samsung has taken a pioneering step in wearable technology by unveiling the Galaxy Ring, marking the debut of a smart ring among tech giants. Announced alongside the new Galaxy Watch Ultra, the South Korean company introduced the Galaxy Ring on Tuesday, set to launch later this month. Priced at £400, the Galaxy Ring boasts a […]

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Samsung launches new devices with Galaxy AI, Google Gemini

Samsung unveiled its latest iterations of foldable phones at the Unpacked 2024 event on Wednesday introducing the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6. Samsung has focused on making them thinner and lighter compared to their predecessors. The Fold 6 notably upgrades its front display aspect ratio, a long-awaited improvement. However, these enhancements […]