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2026
Automakers and electronics brands announce Korea Grand Festival promotions
Hyundai Motor, Kia, GM Korea, Renault Korea, KG Mobility, Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics are set to launch promotional sales on November 1 as part of the Korea Grand Festival. Specific products and discount rates were to be announced when the promotions begin.
2026
Samsung Electronics reports third-quarter earnings
Samsung Electronics reported third-quarter revenue of 195.25 trillion won and operating profit of 107.44 trillion won. Revenue rose 126.88% year on year, and operating profit rose 783.11%.
2026
Samsung reportedly prepares to exit Hong Kong home-appliance market
Samsung Electronics was reported to be preparing to exit Hong Kong's home-appliance market and stop selling major appliances including refrigerators, washing machines and air conditioners. The report did not establish that the exit had been completed.
2026
Samsung Electronics receives U.S. patent for blockchain synchronization method
The USPTO granted Samsung Electronics U.S. Patent No. 12,771,744 for a peer-to-peer blockchain method intended to reduce network traffic and energy use.
2026
Samsung Electronics expands SSD brand campaign across global landmarks
Samsung Electronics expanded its SSD brand campaign across global landmarks.
2026
Samsung Electronics and Checkout.com announce global partnership
Samsung Electronics and Checkout.com announced a global partnership to support Samsung’s digital commerce ecosystem. Checkout.com will extend its services to more Samsung digital commerce scenarios and markets, including Galaxy Store and Samsung.com in the EU and North America. Samsung Pay is planned to become available to Checkout.com merchants through its Flow integration product from October 31.
2026
Applied Materials launches EPIC Center in Sunnyvale, California with $5 billion initial investment
Applied Materials launched its Equipment and Process Innovation and Commercialisation (EPIC) Center in Sunnyvale, California with an initial $5 billion capital investment. The 600,000-square-foot facility, featuring nearly four acres of advanced cleanroom space, opens with a founding roster of semiconductor majors including TSMC, Intel, SK Hynix, Micron and Samsung Electronics, alongside innovation partners Broadcom, Advantest, SCREEN, KIOXIA and Besi, and is designed to bring together chipmakers, systems companies, equipment vendors and university researchers to accelerate semiconductor process technology and equipment R&D.
2026
Samsung Electronics' preliminary Q3 operating profit beats expectations on semiconductor recovery, Citi says
Samsung Electronics' preliminary third-quarter operating profit was reported at 107.4 trillion won, up 20% quarter-on-quarter and up 782% year-on-year. Citi said the surge was driven mainly by a strong recovery in the semiconductor business, enough to offset unfavorable exchange rates, bonus expenses and mobile division losses, and maintained a buy rating, saying the HBM4 ramp-up and sharp ASP increases support its 2027 earnings elasticity view.
2026
Samsung plans to cut smartphone supply 20%–30% in Q4 2026 amid memory price rises
According to Korean outlet MoneyToday, Samsung Electronics' MX (Mobile eXperience) division has notified suppliers of a plan to cut smartphone supply by 20% to 30% in the fourth quarter of 2026. Industry sources said that after memory prices kept rising, phone margins have become very thin and some products may even be loss-making, and the reduction is a way to protect overall profitability. Samsung had previously expected annual phone output of up to 270 million units, which could fall to just over 200 million after the reduction; the company plans to release detailed Q3 results on October 29.
2026
AMD CEO says AMD continues to explore foundry partnership with Samsung Electronics
AMD's chief executive said the company continues to explore a foundry partnership with Samsung Electronics, according to Reuters.
2026
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S12 series with Tab S12 Ultra and Tab S12+
On September 30, 2026, Samsung Electronics officially launched the Galaxy Tab S12 series, comprising the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S12+ tablets. The series features a 3nm processor, Galaxy AI functions, an included S Pen, IP68 dust/water resistance and a thin design. The devices will go on sale in the China market from October 14, 2026, with the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra (WLAN version) priced from RMB 10,499 and the Galaxy Tab S12+ (WLAN version) from RMB 8,899.
2026
Samsung launches DualVent Over-the-Range Microwave in US and Canada
Samsung Electronics announced the release of its new Over-the-Range Microwave featuring DualVent technology, with availability in the U.S. and Canadian markets starting September 2026. The model includes dual air intakes at the bottom and front, Auto Connectivity with compatible Samsung cooktops or range ovens, and a fingerprint-resistant finish.
2026
Samsung unveils Galaxy S26 FE at $699
Samsung Electronics officially unveiled the Galaxy S26 FE, a lower-cost Fan Edition model of its Galaxy S26 flagship series, priced at $699 in the U.S. and €799 in Europe, with availability from select carriers starting Sept. 3 and nationwide U.S. availability beginning Sept. 4.
2026
Samsung launches ISOCELL HPC image sensor
Samsung Electronics has launched its next-generation 200-megapixel CMOS image sensor, the ISOCELL HPC.
2026
Samsung unveils 130-inch Micro RGB TV at CES 2026
Samsung Electronics unveiled a 130-inch Micro RGB TV at CES 2026, describing it as the world's first 130-inch Micro RGB TV and its largest Micro RGB display, featuring Micro RGB AI Engine Pro, Micro RGB Colour Booster Pro, Micro RGB HDR Pro, Micro RGB Precision Colour 100, Glare Free technology, HDR10+ ADVANCED, Eclipsa Audio and Vision AI Companion.
2026
Samsung unveils world's first 130-inch Micro RGB TV at CES 2026
Samsung Electronics unveiled the world's first 130-inch Micro RGB TV (R95H model) at CES 2026, its largest Micro RGB display, featuring next-generation colour technology and a new Timeless Frame design.
2022
Samsung launches QD-OLED TVs in North America and Europe
Samsung Electronics said it launched its first high-end TVs using QD-OLED display technology in North American and European markets and had started taking preorders for 65- and 55-inch models.
2022
Russian court overturns proposed Samsung sales ban
A Russian court overturned a ruling that would have barred Samsung Electronics from importing and selling 61 smartphone models in Russia. The underlying lawsuit, filed by SQWIN SA, alleged that Samsung Pay infringed a Russian-registered patent for an electronic payment system; the ban had not been implemented.
2022
Samsung CEO apologizes over Galaxy S22 performance disputes
Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman and co-CEO Han Jong-hee apologized to shareholders over disputes surrounding performance issues with the Galaxy S22. The article says Samsung had announced the previous week that it would fix the problem with a software update.
2022
Samsung confirms internal data leak
Samsung Electronics confirmed a security incident involving leaked source code related to the operation of some Galaxy devices. Samsung said the leak did not include consumer or employee personal information and that it had strengthened security measures.