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Samsung likely to debut Galaxy S27 Pro alongside Ultra: What to expect

Samsung is reportedly planning to expand its Galaxy S lineup with a new Pro variant that could offer Ultra-like specifications without stylus support

Samsung faces major strike after wage talks with union fall apart

Management and union leaders at Samsung Electronics failed to reach a last-minute deal over wages Wednesday, raising prospects for a strike at the South Korean electronics giant that could rattle global semiconductor supplies and the country's trade-dependent economy. Government officials have threatened to invoke rarely used emergency powers to force a settlement at Samsung, where the union, which represents about 74,000 workers, says the company has failed to offer adequate compensation despite its soaring profits fuelled by the global boom in artificial intelligence. After the latest round of talks ended without a breakthrough on Wednesday, union leader Choi Seung-ho told reporters that unionized workers will begin an 18-day strike from Thursday. Both the union and the management held each other responsible for a failure to reach a deal. Choi accused management of refusing to accept a government-mediated proposal whose details he refused to disclose. Management accused the union

Samsung and labor union to meet in 'last chance' to avert strike

Kim estimated the labor action would cost up to 1 trillion won ($668 million) for every day the Samsung chip factory is shut

Samsung executives meet union leaders as strike threat rattles investors

The union has threatened an 18-day walkout beginning May 21 if its demands are not met

Samsung begins selling refurbished smartphones in India: How it works

Samsung has launched its Certified Re-Newed programme in India, bringing refurbished Galaxy smartphones with warranty coverage and official quality checks at lower prices

Samsung says Galaxy Watch can predict fainting episodes before they happen

Samsung said a clinical study found the Galaxy Watch6 could detect warning signs of fainting several minutes in advance using AI and heart rate variability data

Samsung One UI 8.5 bringing new AI features to older Galaxy models: Details

Samsung has started rolling out One UI 8.5 to select Galaxy devices, adding AI-powered tools, smarter sharing features, improved Bixby, and enhanced security protections

Samsung hits $1 trillion market valuation, joins TSMC in elite club

The milestone came as the South Korean company's shares rallied as much as 12 per cent early on Wednesday, making it only the second Asian firm after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. to hit mark

Samsung expands startup push with 2026 Mobile Advance tech programme

Samsung's India R&D units launch the 2026 Mobile Advance programme to support deep-tech startups, offering funding and integration into its global mobile device ecosystem

Apple explores using Intel and Samsung to build chips in US beyond TSMC

iPhone and iPad maker has had early-stage talks with Intel about enlisting the company's chipmaking services, and Apple executives have also made visits to a Samsung plant under development in Texas

Samsung warns RAM supply-demand gap will widen even further in 2027: Report

Samsung indicates that tight inventories and surging AI workloads could push the RAM supply-demand imbalance further by 2027, even as chipmakers expand production capacity

Samsung dynasty's wealth doubles to $45 bn in just one year amid AI boom

An AI-driven upswing in semiconductor valuations has helped the family cement its grip and grow richer than ever

Samsung flags possible losses in phone business on rising memory costs

Rising DRAM and NAND prices could push Samsung's smartphone business into losses, even as its semiconductor division posts strong growth, according to a report

Tens of thousands of Samsung workers rally, demand bigger AI profit share

Workers have pointed to rising payouts at SK Hynix, which last year agreed to allocate 10 per cent of its annual operating profit to a performance bonus pool

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold no longer on sale, successor may launch soon

Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold has sold out globally, but reports suggest the company may already be working on a successor with a redesigned hinge

'Samsung sees innovation, education as enabler of progress in India'

South Korean consumer electronics major Samsung sees innovation and education as both an enabler of progress and a catalyst for inclusion in India, according to its Southwest Asia Corporate Vice President SP Chun. The company, which increased its CSR commitment in India to Rs 193.89 crore for 2025-26, from Rs 144.48 crore in 2024-25, has helped 15 lakh people benefit from Samsung India's citizenship programmes. "As we complete three decades in India, we see innovation and education as both an enabler of progress and a catalyst for inclusion," Chun said in a statement. He further said, "The focus going forward is on how this potential is translated into meaningful impact at scale." At Samsung, Chun said, "We are committed to nurturing a generation of young innovators with the skills, creativity, and collaborative mindset which enables them to grow and address complex societal challenges and contribute to a more inclusive future." Over three years, Samsung said it has accelerated ..

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 may launch in July with bigger battery, Exynos chip

Samsung's next clamshell foldable could look nearly identical to the Flip 7, with reports pointing to subtle refinements and improved internal components like the processor and battery

Google Pixel 11 may get Samsung's latest display tech before Apple iPhones

Google's Pixel 11 series will reportedly debut with Samsung's anticipated M16 OLED panels, potentially bringing display upgrades to its next flagship lineup

Samsung expands One UI 8.5 beta to older Galaxy devices: Check eligibility

Samsung has expanded the One UI 8.5 beta to older Galaxy devices, bringing new features like Quick Share upgrades and improved security tools

Samsung may launch 'wide foldable' on July 22 alongside Galaxy Z Fold 8

Samsung may hold its next Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22 where it is expected to unveil its anticipated wider foldable smartphone, alongside the successor to the Galaxy Z Fold 7