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Samsung to make India an export hub

Samsung to make India an export hub

Rediff.com11 Jul 2007

The hubs will feed Europe, US and the Gulf.

India:Samsung mulls Notebook PC manufacturing unit

India:Samsung mulls Notebook PC manufacturing unit

Rediff.com9 Sep 2003

South Korea's Samsung Electronics is mulling setting up a Notebook PC manufacturing facility in India and plans to make further investment in expanding its research and development (R&D) facility.

Smartphone market value surges 12% in Q3CY24: Counterpoint

Smartphone market value surges 12% in Q3CY24: Counterpoint

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

India's smartphone market grew by three per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) in volume in the third quarter (Q3) of calendar year 2024, while its value surged by 12 per cent Y-o-Y to reach an all-time record for a single quarter, according to a report by research firm Counterpoint. The value growth was driven by an ongoing premiumisation trend, while the increase in volume was driven by an earlier onset of the festival season compared to the previous year.

2nd Samsung Galaxy phone catches fire in a plane, this time in India

2nd Samsung Galaxy phone catches fire in a plane, this time in India

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

The case was reported inside an aircraft at the time of landing at Chennai airport

Samsung Galaxy Note9 packs a punch!

Samsung Galaxy Note9 packs a punch!

Rediff.com10 Aug 2018

Its competitors might have to worry, says Ashish Narsale, after the phone was unveiled in New York.

Samsung woos Indians to revive its fortunes

Samsung woos Indians to revive its fortunes

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

In India, Samsung is seeing strong competition from local company Micromax.

Lenovo bets big on India, aims to take on Samsung

Lenovo bets big on India, aims to take on Samsung

Rediff.com1 Feb 2013

The company, which sells more phones than Samsung in China, aims to sell 1 million smartphones in India next financial year.

Micromax topples Samsung as India's top handset maker

Micromax topples Samsung as India's top handset maker

Rediff.com5 Aug 2014

Samsung retains top slot in smartphones but Motorola pips Nokia for 4th position.

Should you buy Samsung Galaxy Buds for Rs 9,990?

Should you buy Samsung Galaxy Buds for Rs 9,990?

Rediff.com22 Apr 2019

They are lighter and cheaper than their older sibling, the Gear Icon X, says Khalid Anzar.

Samsung Galaxy S6, S6 Edge now available in India

Samsung Galaxy S6, S6 Edge now available in India

Rediff.com11 Apr 2015

Available for a starting price of Rs 49,900.

First look: Samsung Galaxy Note 510

First look: Samsung Galaxy Note 510

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

The Note 510 just tries to fill the gap left by 5+ inch devices and the bigger 10-inch device.

Samsung Galaxy S4 in India for Rs 39k?

Samsung Galaxy S4 in India for Rs 39k?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2013

Leading online retailers have confirmed that they will start selling the much-awaited phone by April 25 at an approximate starting pricing of Rs 39,000.

First Look: Samsung Galaxy Gear

First Look: Samsung Galaxy Gear

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

At Rs 22,990, this watch is all you will ever need, but only on Galaxy flagship devices for now.

Samsung, Motorola 'defaulters'

Samsung, Motorola 'defaulters'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2004

A joint panel of Indian Broadcasting Foundation and Advertising Agencies Association of India has asked major television broadcasters not to carry commercials from Samsung, Motorola and Reckitt Benckiser after "consistent defaults" and "non-clearance

Has Samsung turned a new leaf?

Has Samsung turned a new leaf?

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

Although successful, Samsung has suffered a lot of criticism for sticking with non-metallic construction materials while its rivals competed in same price segment with far better build quality. With Samsung Galaxy A5, the company has tried to address the issue, and seems like they have got everything right, except for the pricing, says Himanshu Juneja

Samsung, LG eye bigger pie in India

Samsung, LG eye bigger pie in India

Rediff.com1 Sep 2010

Despite their slugfest on the high street, Korean chaebols Samsung and LG have independently charted a similar strategy that will see India operations carve out a larger slice of their global turnover

From phones to drones, Google looks to firm up India bet

From phones to drones, Google looks to firm up India bet

Rediff.com24 May 2024

Following in Apple's footsteps, Alphabet - Google's parent company - is in advanced talks with Foxconn to manufacture Pixel smartphones in Tamil Nadu, an industrial state which will also double up as drone-manufacturing hub for the US tech giant soon. According to a state government release, officials from Google will soon visit Chennai to meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin to hold discussion on manufacturing of Google Pixel near Chennai.

India-made chips may soon power iPhones

India-made chips may soon power iPhones

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

Micron Technology, a global leader in memory and storage, is considering supplying Made-in-India chips from its Gujarat plant to one of its key global clients, Apple, whose vendors assemble iPhones in the country. Micron is setting up an assembly test marking and packaging (ATMP) plant in Sanand, Gujarat. Currently, Apple vendors import chips for manufacturing iPhones. Sources in the know say the aim is to use part of the production to supply to Micron's clients in India directly.

Samsung may set up mobile handset plant in India

Samsung may set up mobile handset plant in India

Rediff.com7 Mar 2003

Samsung Electronics Co, the world's third-largest handset maker, said on Friday it was considering building a mobile handset plant in India.

Samsung Galaxy S III: First Impressions

Samsung Galaxy S III: First Impressions

Rediff.com1 Jun 2012

Love at first sight? Here's what it feels like spending some time with Samsung Galaxy S III.

Tablet sales in India: Samsung beats Micromax, Apple

Tablet sales in India: Samsung beats Micromax, Apple

Rediff.com2 Sep 2014

With 19 per cent market share, Samsung rules supreme in India.

Will Made In India Google Pixel Phones Sell Better?

Will Made In India Google Pixel Phones Sell Better?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Making the Pixel 8 in India will not necessarily bring the price down -- witness iPhones made in India that are more expensive than those in the US and Dubai.

Can Samsung's Tizen smartphone take on Android?

Can Samsung's Tizen smartphone take on Android?

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Tizen is an open source operating system built by the eponymous organisation that includes Samsung as a member.

Samsung plans new brand rollout

Samsung plans new brand rollout

Rediff.com20 Nov 2004

Samsung seeks to douse Note 7 fire with S8

Samsung seeks to douse Note 7 fire with S8

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

Samsung has priced the S8 competitively at Rs 57,900, while the S8+ is available for Rs 64,900.

Samsung launches mousepad mobile

Samsung launches mousepad mobile

Rediff.com30 May 2008

Addressing a press conference, Sunil Dutt, country head, Samsung Telecommunications, said, "We plan to double our turnover. We will focus on product innovation, and value-added services like internet experience on mobile and long battery life." Even Finnish handset biggie Nokia lost market share in India from 72.3 per cent to 69.5 per cent between January and March.

Why the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus is so exciting!

Why the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus is so exciting!

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Samsung's new addition to the Galaxy S10-series has something for everyone, says Khalid Anzar.

Smartphone wars: Will Google's Android One dethrone Samsung?

Smartphone wars: Will Google's Android One dethrone Samsung?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

The aim is a vast improvement in quality that would lead to a surge in demand for low-end Android phones

Will you buy Samsung J7 Duo for Rs 16,990?

Will you buy Samsung J7 Duo for Rs 16,990?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2018

With J7 Duo, Samsung joins the bandwagon of rear dual camera phones at a budget.

Samsung to invest $5 mn in India R&D centre

Samsung to invest $5 mn in India R&D centre

Rediff.com17 Sep 2003

Korean major Samsung Electronics plans to invest $5 million in its research and development facility in India and more than double manpower to 300 next year.

Why Vettaiyan May Become A Blockbuster

Why Vettaiyan May Become A Blockbuster

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

'The combination of star power, compelling storytelling, and action-packed drama promises to set the box office ablaze and kickstart the new quarter on a spectacular high note.'

Samsung eyes $ 4.9bn sales in India

Samsung eyes $ 4.9bn sales in India

Rediff.com13 Apr 2011

Korean consumer durables major Samsung on Wednesday introduced 60 new products across all categories in India with an eye on achieving a 40 per cent jump in sales to $ 4.9 billion in the country by year-end.

Most Indians keen to buy 5G ready phones, Oppo, Samsung preferred brands

Most Indians keen to buy 5G ready phones, Oppo, Samsung preferred brands

Rediff.com21 Dec 2020

Around 83 per cent people in a survey in India shared that 5G is one of the factors they consider while buying a new phone and nearly three in every five existing premium smartphone users are looking to upgrade their device to the next generation technology, according to a report released by Cybermedia Research. According to the survey, 81 per cent respondents prefer Oppo for 5G smartphone and 79 per cent opted for Samsung. The global survey conducted in India, China and West Europe found that 5G users, where the service is available, have experienced better video calls, faster downloads and ability to stream ultra high definition videos and satisfaction level from 5G services is around 80 per cent.

India's apex court summons Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee

India's apex court summons Samsung Chairman Lee Kun-hee

Rediff.com2 Apr 2014

The court made it clear that it was not expressing any opinion on the merit of the case pending before the trial court.

6 Samsung Galaxy phones to watch out for

6 Samsung Galaxy phones to watch out for

Rediff.com5 Jul 2015

This is how the South Korean electronics major plans to indulge its Indian fans

India smartphone growth slips; Samsung still at top: Report

India smartphone growth slips; Samsung still at top: Report

Rediff.com18 Aug 2014

Among the top five vendors, Micromax (18 per cent) and Lava (54 per cent) were the only ones to have outstripped the market growth.

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 with 6GB RAM?

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 with 6GB RAM?

Rediff.com19 Aug 2016

Yes. While the Indian variant launched August 11 comes with 4GB RAM, Samsung is all charged up to release the 6GB variant in China on August 26.