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Samsung Electronics shares hit 4-year lows on Trump risks, AI chips
The South Korean tech giant is the worst performing stock among global chipmakers like TSMC and Nvidia this year
iPhone 15 was the best-selling smartphone in Q3 2024
Apple's iPhone 15 led global smartphone sales in the third quarter (July, August, September) of 2024, according to a new report from Counterpoint Research, a global tech research firm. The iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro followed closely, showing strong demand for Apple’s latest models.
Samsung Q3 operating profits soar to $6.6 bn, miss forecast
The world's largest memory chip maker posted an operating profit of 9.18 trillion won ($6.6 billion) "largely due to one-off costs".
Samsung India employee strike continues into second month
More than 1,000 workers at the Samsung Electronics factory in southern India have continued their strike into its second month, rejecting a recent settlement offer from the company. The workers, stationed at a facility near Chennai in Tamil Nadu, are demanding higher wages and official recognition of their union, as per a recent report by Reuters.
Samsung apologises for delayed AI chip production
Samsung Electronics has issued an apology to its investors after revealing worse-than-expected revenue and profit forecasts, according to a recent report by Bloomberg News. The company acknowledged that it is struggling to maintain its technological competitiveness, especially in the fast-growing field of artificial intelligence (AI).
Samsung's profit recovery seen weakening in Q3
Operating profit for Samsung likely stood at 10.33 trillion won ($7.67 billion) in the quarter ended Sept 30
Samsung says planning job cuts in some Asian operations
The world's largest memory chipmaker is modifying staffing levels in Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, a company spokesman told AFP, adding that "the adjustments include job cuts"
Epic Games to take legal action against Google and Samsung for unfair competition
Epic Games, the creator of the popular game "Fortnite," has announced plans to file a lawsuit against tech giants Google and Samsung, alleging conspiracy to restrain competition in the app market.
Samsung India strike highlights labour movement's growing influence
A strike at Samsung's Sriperumbudur plant in Tamil Nadu has brought attention to India's powerful labour group, the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU), which is backing the protests and signalling its intent to expand its influence in the electronics manufacturing sector.
Samsung Electronics to fire 30% of overseas employees: report
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is planning on letting go of up to 30% of its employees working overseas at specific divisions, according to a recent report by Reuters.
Infinix teams up with Samsung for AI camera tech
Infinix, a tech brand, has announced a strategic partnership with Samsung Electronics’ System LSI Business for joint optimization.
North Korea Olympians not given Samsung phones: IOC
North Korean Olympians have not received Samsung smartphones, unlike athletes from other countries, the IOC told AFP on Thursday, hours after Seoul suggested that providing them the phones could violate UN sanctions against the nuclear-armed North.
All the new gadgets announced at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024
Samsung has just unveiled a range of new products at the latest Galaxy Unpacked event, including the new Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6, Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro. Let's take a quick look at all the new products officially announced by Samsung at Galaxy Unpacked 2024.
Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6
Samsung has officially announced its latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Flip 6. Both phones feature the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor and AI-powered features such as Click to Search, Live Translate, and Interpreter.
What to expect at tomorrow's Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event
This year, Samsung is notably focusing on AI, with "the next frontier of Galaxy AI" scheduled to be unveiled at this event, as well as the new Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6, among other signature devices and tech. Here is a brief look at what to expect at the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event.
Samsung Galaxy M14 LTE launched in Bangladesh
Samsung has recently introduced the Galaxy M14 LTE smartphone in Bangladesh.
Leak reveals Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 specs ahead of launch
Samsung enthusiasts have been given an early peek into the specifications of the much-anticipated Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, thanks to a recent leak by prominent tipster Evan Blass. The leaked information comes just a week before Samsung’s next Unpacked event, scheduled for 10 July, where the new foldable phones are expected to be officially unveiled.
Samsung's new foldables may be unveiled next month
Samsung has announced the date for its next Galaxy Unpacked event, set to be held in Paris on July 10, 2024. As per the official announcement, this Unpacked event will feature "the next frontier of Galaxy AI", as well as the inclusion of the new AI system in the upcoming Galaxy Z series; expected to be the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6.
Samsung Electronics union announces first-ever strike
A major union representing tens of thousands of people at South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics said Wednesday that workers will go on strike for the first time ever, potentially threatening key global semiconductor supply chains