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Samsung to unveil its latest smartphone, the Galaxy M35, in India

OUR BUREAU Samsung recently launched a bunch of new
smartphones and tablets in India, including, Gal-
Seoul (South Korea)
axy S24 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Galaxy A55
amsung Electronics is set to unveil its latest 5G. There are also a number of new M and F-se-
smartphone, the Galaxy M35, in India on ries phones that have been launched recently.
SJuly 17. The announcement comes after the India’s smartphone market shipped 34 million
device initially debuted in Brazil back in March, smartphone units in the first quarter of 2024. It
with subsequent teasers hinting at its imminent ar- also registered a 11.5 per cent growth YoY (year-
rival in the Indian market. The confirmation of the over-year), making it the third consecutive quar-
launch date, confirmed by GSM Arena, dispels ear- ter of growth in shipments, as per the Worldwide
lier speculations, aligning perfectly with Amazon’s Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker by International
Prime Day sales event scheduled for July 20 and 21. Data Corporation.
The Galaxy M35 features a robust set of specifi- Samsung recently launched a bunch of new smartphones and However, the share entry level segment in all
cations, highlighted by Samsung’s Exynos 1380 SoC. smartphones of upto USD 100 declined to 15 per
It boasts a 6.6-inch 1080x2340 120 Hz Super tablets in India (Agency photo) cent, down from 20 per cent a year ago. Xiaomi
AMOLED display, offering a peak brightness of continued to lead this space, followed by Poco
1,000 nits and protected by Gorilla Glass Victus+. al colours, the Galaxy M35 promises a sleek and (2nd) and itel (3rd). The average selling price
The device is equipped with a versatile camera set- modern aesthetic. (ASP) of smartphone remained flat YoY and QoQ
up, including a 50 MP main sensor with Optical Upon its launch, the Samsung Galaxy M35 will at USD 263, ending the streak of strong ASP rise
Image Stabilisation (OIS), an 8 MP ultrawide lens, be available for purchase on Amazon. Samsung’s for the last several quarters.
and a 5 MP macro camera. For selfie enthusiasts, strategic timing aligns the release with Amazon’s The share of Apple, with an ASP of USD 953,
there’s a 13 MP front-facing camera. Prime Day. had a record first-quarter shipment, growing by
Powering these features is a substantial 6,000 Enthusiasts and tech-savvy consumers alike 19 per cent YoY. Price discounts, special deals on
mAh battery with support for 25W wired charging, can anticipate the Galaxy M35’s debut, as it brings e-Tailer platforms, and attractive financing options
according to GSM Arena. While the promotion- cutting-edge technology and robust performance led to this consistent growth for Apple beyond the
al image showcases a simulated design with a capabilities to the competitive mid-range smart- festive season. iPhone 14/15 made up 56 per cent
disclaimer regarding potential variations in actu- phone segment in India. of shipments for Apple. (With agency reports)

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