Page 17 - Latest Updates on Samsung
Samsung sues Indian labour union over strike that disrupted production
Samsung workers have since Sept 9 disrupted work and protested in makeshift tent, demanding higher wages and recognition of union that contributes a third of Samsung's annual India revenue of $12 bn
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Tech wrap Sep 18: Google RCS on iPhone, Samsung Galaxy F05, Amazfit T-Rex 3
Google explores encryption for RCS chats between Android, iPhone. Samsung launches Galaxy F05 smartphone. Amazfit T-Rex 3 rugged smartwatch launched. Apple holds back iPadOS 18 update on iPad Pro
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Samsung planning to launch its first rollable smartphone next year: Report
The rollable smartphone is expected to feature a 12.4-inch screen and an under-display camera that conceals the front camera for selfies and video calls
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Bharti Airtel to invest $1 billion in 4G gear from Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung
The contracts will address 300,000 new 4G base stations, with Ericsson, Nokia, and Samsung supplying about 50 per cent, 45 per cent, and 5 per cent of the equipment, respectively, over three years
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Tech wrap Sep 17: iOS 18, Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 series pre-reserve, more
iOS 18 brings home and lock screen customisation, Passwords app, and more. Samsung opens pre-reservations for the Galaxy Tab S10 series in India. Honor launches Pad X8a. OnePlus launches Nord Buds 3
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Samsung employees' protest enters ninth day after 2 rounds of talks fail
Earlier on Monday, the protestors were detained when they entered Kanchipuram. They were later released in the late evening. A case was filed against more than 100 employees
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Fewer iPhones, bigger bucks: Apple outsells Samsung in India revenue
In the first half of 2024, Apple shipped 4.8 million iPhones in India, generating $4.56 billion, while Samsung shipped 9.8 million units but earned $3.43 billion, trailing Apple by $1.13 billion
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Samsung rolls out One UI 6.1.1 update to more Galaxy devices: Check list
One UI 6.1.1 extends the functionality of Android 14, bringing updated features, its latest artificial intelligence tools, and much more to Galaxy devices
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Police detain nearly 104 Samsung workers, union leaders for protest march
The detention marks an escalation of a strike by workers at a Samsung home appliance plant near Chennai
More Android smartphones to get 'Circle to Search' feature soon: Report
The Circle to Search feature is set to expand beyond Pixel and Samsung devices, with TECNO's Phantom V Fold 2 expected to include it next month
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CCI finds Samsung, Xiaomi colluding with Amazon, Flipkart: Report
Antitrust investigations conducted by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) have found that Amazon and Flipkart violated local competition laws by giving preference to select sellers
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Samsung labour strike puts spotlight on politically-backed worker group
A strike of this scale - which impacts production - is not common in India's electronics industry
Samsung Electronics workers to continue strike after talks end without deal
Appliances including televisions, refrigerators and washing machines are made at the plant, which contributes 20 per cent to 30 per cent of Samsung Electronics' annual revenue of $12 billion in India
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Samsung to lay off over 200 employees in India across various divisions
An industry source said the layoffs are part of a global restructuring exercise and not necessarily related to performance of any particular segment or market
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Tech wrap Sep 12: Vivo T3 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy M05, iPhone 16 series, more
Vivo launches MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ powered T3 Ultra smartphone. Samsung unveiled the Galaxy M05 budget smartphone. Apple released iOS 18.1 beta for iPhone 16 series
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Samsung announces offers, 24-month no-cost EMI on Galaxy S24 Ultra: Details
Launched at Rs 1,29,999 onwards, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is now available at Rs 1,09,999 for the base 12GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration
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Samsung launches Galaxy M05 budget smartphone in India at Rs 7,999: Details
Priced at Rs 7,999, the Galaxy M05 comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. It will be available online in mint green on Amazon India and Samsung's online store
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Samsung plans global job cuts of up to 30% in some divisions: Report
South Korea-based Samsung has instructed subsidiaries worldwide to reduce sales and marketing staff by about 15 per cent and the administrative staff by up to 30 per cent
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Samsung India to lay off 200+ executives amid slowing growth, challenges
Samsung India currently employs around 2,000 executives, meaning the layoff will affect 9-10% of its managerial workforce
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Samsung to launch Galaxy S24 FE with Tab S10 series in October: Report
Reportedly, the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE will be powered by Exynos 2400e with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage
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