News for 'Samsung India'

Samsung plans 5G field trials in India by Q1 of next year

Samsung plans 5G field trials in India by Q1 of next year

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

Across the world, there are around 150 trials on 5G currently going on and India has lagged behind. The government has now formed a committee which will look exclusively at developing a model for conducting 5G field trials, reports Kiran Rathee.

Samsung draws battle lines to counter Xiaomi

Samsung draws battle lines to counter Xiaomi

Rediff.com22 May 2018

Samsung is lining up new products, increasing focus on e-commerce channels and tightening its grip over retail outlets.

Samsung, LG fight for a clean sweep

Samsung, LG fight for a clean sweep

Rediff.com12 Mar 2004

Samsung launches two smartphones priced under Rs 8,500

Samsung launches two smartphones priced under Rs 8,500

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

Intensifying competition in the mid-segment smartphone market, Samsung India today launched two devices under its Galaxy series, priced at Rs 6,750 and Rs 8,290.

Coronavirus pain for Chinese mobile handset makers may be Samsung's gain

Coronavirus pain for Chinese mobile handset makers may be Samsung's gain

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

While the outbreak has forced most leading brands like Apple, Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, and Realme to rework their launch dates and pricing strategies, Samsung, which struggled to maintain its hold over the market last year, has taken the lead.

Note 7 backlash may affect Samsung festive sales in India

Note 7 backlash may affect Samsung festive sales in India

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

All but 500 who booked Note 7 phones have bought older devices instead of cancelling their orders but Samsung may still lose market share this festive season.

Samsung to invest $100 mn in new facility

Samsung to invest $100 mn in new facility

Rediff.com13 Nov 2007

Electronics major Samsung India will invest $100 million in four years at its new manufacturing facility at Sriperumbudur near Chennai, a top company official said.

Samsung to launch 12 new mobile models

Samsung to launch 12 new mobile models

Rediff.com2 Jun 2005

Samsung India on Thursday said it would launch 12 more new models of GSM mobile handsets in the second half of the year apart from the 10 models already introduced in the first five months

HC orders Samsung goods release

HC orders Samsung goods release

Rediff.com8 Jun 2005

Taking a serious view against the weights and measures department for allegedly disregarding the orders of various courts staying the search and seizure of goods of Samsung India, the Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the department to release t

Dixon Tech plans Rs 1K-cr facility near Chennai; to create 5K jobs

Dixon Tech plans Rs 1K-cr facility near Chennai; to create 5K jobs

Rediff.com10 Apr 2025

Electronics manufacturing services firm Dixon Technologies is setting up a Rs 1,000-crore facility near Chennai and signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Tamil Nadu government on Wednesday. The factory, which will come up at Oragadam in neighbouring Kancheepuram district, is expected to generate 5,000 jobs in the region, the state government said.

Samsung plans $20 mn spread

Samsung plans $20 mn spread

Rediff.com15 Jun 2006

Samsung India said on Thursday it would invest $20 million on expansion and on research and development in the country this year with plans to earn 27 per cent of its revenues from the IT segment. \n

What I learned from my virtual internship with Samsung

What I learned from my virtual internship with Samsung

Rediff.com23 Jun 2020

'Despite being limited to my house, I was able to interact with a diverse set of people, to try and understand consumer behaviour.'

As Apple plots India push, Samsung stakes turf with revamped phones

As Apple plots India push, Samsung stakes turf with revamped phones

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Samsung recently introduced its "S bike" mode, a feature targeted at India's legions of motorbike riders that, when activated, notifies callers that the phone's owner is riding and cannot answer

'When An Influencer Promotes Everything...'

'When An Influencer Promotes Everything...'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

'All credibility is lost.'

IPL Boosts JioHotstar To 200M Subscribers

IPL Boosts JioHotstar To 200M Subscribers

Rediff.com14 Apr 2025

The subscriber count made JioHotstar one of the largest OTT platforms in the world.

Samsung sees Rs 5273 cr sales turnover in 2004

Samsung sees Rs 5273 cr sales turnover in 2004

Rediff.com28 Jan 2004

Samsung is targetting a sales turnover of Rs 5,273 crore in India in 2004, up by 42 per cent, and announced the launch of several consumer electronic products in the country to strengthen its digital products portfolio.

Samsung launches Galaxy S5 Mini for Rs 26,499

Samsung launches Galaxy S5 Mini for Rs 26,499

Rediff.com9 Sep 2014

The handset will be available from Wednesday through e-commerce major Flipkart.

Samsung to double R&D staff to 2,000

Samsung to double R&D staff to 2,000

Rediff.com24 Nov 2004

Apple sets all-time revenue record in India: CEO Tim Cook

Apple sets all-time revenue record in India: CEO Tim Cook

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

iPhone maker Apple has set an all-time revenue record in India and observed a double-digit growth in iPad sales in the country in the September 2024 quarter, senior officials of the company said on Friday. The company reported an over 6 per cent growth in total net sales to $94.93 billion during the reported period from $89.49 billion a year ago.

Review: Samsung Galaxy Watch LTE

Review: Samsung Galaxy Watch LTE

Rediff.com11 Dec 2019

This smartwatch is to Android what the Apple Watch is to the iPhone, says Khalid Anzar.

Samsung case: Korea could invoke Bipa for arbitration

Samsung case: Korea could invoke Bipa for arbitration

Rediff.com5 Apr 2014

Under the India-South Korea Bipa, a party can drag the other to international arbitration if its investments are threatened.

India's smartphone market up 11.5%; Apple rules the super-premium segment

India's smartphone market up 11.5%; Apple rules the super-premium segment

Rediff.com15 May 2024

India's smartphone shipment grew by 11.5 per cent in the first quarter of calendar year (CY) 2024 on a year-on-year basis to 34 million units. This is the third consecutive quarter of growth in shipments, International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker said.

Samsung plans Rs 10-crore Olympics push

Samsung plans Rs 10-crore Olympics push

Rediff.com9 Feb 2004

Samsung India on Monday said it has earmarked over Rs 10 crore (Rs 100 million) in 2004 to promote its association with the Olympics, including sponsorship of the Indian team and related advertising.

Premium devices to dial up growth in India's smartphone market in 2024

Premium devices to dial up growth in India's smartphone market in 2024

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Indian smartphone sales, traditionally dominated by the entry and mid-range segments, are set to change as high-end and super-premium devices capture consumer attention. The premium category is expected to grow by more than 20 per cent in calendar year (CY) 2024 compared to the previous year. While the overall smartphone market is expected to w

Samsung Galaxy Note 4: S Pen, 16MP camera are big attractions

Samsung Galaxy Note 4: S Pen, 16MP camera are big attractions

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

Samsung Electronics on Tuesday launched the Galaxy Note 4 phablet and the Gear S smartwatch in New Delhi for Rs 58,300 and 28,900, respectively.

Record $2 bn! Smartphone exports ring louder in Oct

Record $2 bn! Smartphone exports ring louder in Oct

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

India's smartphone exports have set a new benchmark, surging past the $2 billion mark in October - the highest monthly total ever recorded. This milestone, according to estimates from the Indian Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), an industry body representing both global and domestic mobile device manufacturers, underscores the country's growing prominence in global mobile supply chains.

Samsung launches curved television in Indian market

Samsung launches curved television in Indian market

Rediff.com7 May 2014

Indian market is very important for Samsung.

Hurrah! Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is here, India

Hurrah! Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is here, India

Rediff.com12 Sep 2017

The 11 must-knows about Samsung's latest flagship.

Samsung to sell 2 mn handsets in '05

Samsung to sell 2 mn handsets in '05

Rediff.com22 Apr 2005

Samsung India Electronics is targeting to sell two million mobile handsets across all model ranges this year and expects to keep pace with the industry growth rate of 60 per cent.

Samsung sees 100% growth in washing machine sales

Samsung sees 100% growth in washing machine sales

Rediff.com5 Jan 2004

Samsung India is targeting doubled washing machine sales to 70,000 units during the first two months of 2004 and has launched a promotion scheme from Monday, entailing Rs 3 crore (Rs 30 million) investment, to realise this ambitious sales target.

Airtel starts 4G trial in Mumbai; partners Flipkart, Samsung

Airtel starts 4G trial in Mumbai; partners Flipkart, Samsung

Rediff.com16 May 2015

Airtel starts 4G trial in Mumbai; partners Flipkart, Samsung.

The Samsung Galaxy A8+ is a star performer

The Samsung Galaxy A8+ is a star performer

Rediff.com23 Jan 2018

And it is available at a competitive price!

Samsung launches Note 7 for Rs 59,900; partners RJio

Samsung launches Note 7 for Rs 59,900; partners RJio

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

The Note 7 features 5.7-inch display, 12MP rear and 5MP front camera, 64GB onboard memory and 3,500 mAh battery

Realme overtakes Samsung, grabs second spot in smartphone market

Realme overtakes Samsung, grabs second spot in smartphone market

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Mobile device maker Realme has overtaken South Korean giant Samsung to grab the second spot in the branded smartphone market, with 18 per cent volume share in October this year, revealed Counterpoint Research. Its rival Samsung ended October with 16 per cent share. Xiaomi (including its brand POCO) was at 20 per cent; Vivo at 13 per cent. The ascent brings Realme closer to its ambition to reach the No. 1 berth by 2022 when it hopes to sell over 40 million smartphones annually.

From Samsung to Vivo, all major smartphone cos are keen on Bharat

From Samsung to Vivo, all major smartphone cos are keen on Bharat

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

As 4G internet completes coverage of the entire country, rural markets have become the primary generator of sales.

India's smartphone market declines, Samsung still No 1

India's smartphone market declines, Samsung still No 1

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

In a first, the India's smartphone market fell by 4%.

Smartphones, India's 4th Largest Exports!

Smartphones, India's 4th Largest Exports!

Rediff.com23 May 2024

Smartphones have been a key success story of the government's production-linked incentive scheme, helping India become the second-largest mobile phone manufacturing country, after China.