Samsung Electronics today announced details of the “Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub” program that will be showcased at CES® 2024. The objective of the program is to work with leading gaming accessory companies to drive the next generation of partner products for the Samsung Gaming Hub, Samsung’s game streaming platform. In addition, the company announced its partnership with gaming accessory provider PDP (Performance Designed Products LLC), the first “Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub” controller.

“Samsung recognizes the indispensable role of accessories in elevating gaming experiences,” said Jiho Ha, Head of Service Partnerships Group at Samsung Electronics. “Building on our already-high level of compatibility, the ‘Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub’ program will see us collaborating with trusted partners to craft accessories that further enhance the premier experience of the Samsung Gaming Hub.”

Starting this year, players will see the “Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub” badge, which designates the product has been tested for compatibility, quality, and performance on Samsung devices. Accessories displaying this badge mean they are compatible with game streaming on Samsung Gaming Hub.

Today, Samsung also announced its partnership with PDP’s new wireless controller, the “Replay Midnight Blue,” which is the first “Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub” product. The new controller will include a built-in, rechargeable battery for up-to 40 hours[1] of playtime per charge, a 30-foot range low-latency Bluetooth wireless connection, a Samsung Gaming Hub home button capable of launching Samsung Gaming Hub, an easy-to-use TV volume control button and more. Gamers can get a closer look at the “Replay Midnight Blue” at the Samsung booth at CES. The controller is now available[2] for pre-order on the PDP website, Amazon.com and BestBuy.com.

Samsung continues to give gamers more choice in how they play, from the devices they use to stream their games to the expansion of Samsung Gaming Hub ecosystem and consistently offering innovative products and experiences that players love.

Stay tuned as Samsung continues to innovate and add new partners within the ‘Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub’ ecosystem.

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[1] Battery usage time may vary depending on the content you play and frequency of usage.

[2] Availability may vary by regions.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that it plans to open Samsung Game Portal, an online store specializing in gaming, on Samsung.com in more than 30 countries around the world, starting with the U.S., the U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain and Brazil in late June.

The Game Portal is a one-stop online store for gamers designed to significantly increase the convenience of browsing and purchasing products such as smartphones, TVs, gaming monitors and high-performance SSDs. It also provides customers with a variety of gaming-related content in one place, fine-tuned to their preferences and experiences.

In 2021, Accenture, a leading global professional services company, published an illuminating gaming-related study. The study found that half of the gaming population are cross-platform gamers who use more than one device to play, spending an average of 16 hours a week gaming, as well as eight hours a week watching gaming-related video content and six hours a week participating in gaming-related communities.

In response to these customer trends, Samsung has designed the Game Portal to provide an impressive variety of content, such as gaming product information, domestic and international expert reviews, product purchase benefits and offers, product utilization ideas that help users enjoy games more, and game-related news.

“Gaming has become an important part of consumers’ lifestyle, not just entertainment, especially for Millennials and Gen Z,” said Evelyn Kim, Executive Vice President of the D2C Center at Samsung Electronics. “We will implement various initiatives to provide customers with a superior gaming experience, from purchase to use, by providing an environment that makes it enjoyable and easy to purchase gaming-related products.”

Notable products to be available on the portal are the Galaxy S23 Ultra, which is optimized for mobile gaming with its high-performance Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy and 5000mAh battery; the Neo QLED TV, which allows users to enjoy cloud gaming without a separate console through the Samsung Gaming Hub; and the Odyssey OLED G9 monitor, which provides an unparalleled immersive gaming experience with its 49-inch curved OLED screen. Another impressive offering is the 990 PRO SSD, which delivers sequential read and write speeds of up to 7,450 and 6,900 MB/s for faster loading of PlayStation and DirectStorage PC games.

To celebrate the launch of the Game Portal, Samsung is offering[1] discounts on bundles of gaming devices, as well as a variety of regional purchasing incentives centered on its recently launched Odyssey gaming monitor and Neo QLED 8K products.

The gaming industry is one of the few sectors that continues to grow. Given this trend, Samsung has been engaged in various activities to strengthen its leadership in the industry, including enhancing the competitiveness of its gaming-related products and services. Opening the Samsung Game Portal is a key move in this direction that paves the way for further growth. For more information, please visit https://www.samsung.com/game-portal.

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[1] Purchase benefits may vary by country.

The Samsung Galaxy Note20 5G and Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, the first 5G-enabled Note series smartphones, are now available for purchase at Samsung Experience Stores, online at Samsung.com/ca, as well as at major Canadian carriers and retail locations. Productivity powerhouses that work like a computer and let you game like a pro, the Galaxy Note20 5G and Note20 Ultra 5G take power to the next level with a refined S Pen[1], intelligent battery, and the best Galaxy mobile gaming experience yet in the palm of your hand.

Further elevating the Galaxy ecosystem experience with our newest shape of stylish and ergonomic sound, Canadians can find Galaxy Buds Live at Samsung Experience Stores, online at Samsung.com/ca and at major retailers across Canada.

“Canadians rely on technology to deliver dependable power and performance in their daily lives,” said Jennifer Safruk, VP, Mobile Business, Samsung Electronics Canada. “Whether for work or for play, the Galaxy ecosystem of products continues to showcase cutting-edge innovations that help make our lives easier and keep us connected.”

Power to Play on the Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G

Immerse yourself in the most powerful mobile gaming experience Samsung has engineered yet. Game like a pro from your couch, backyard, or around the house – with over 100 Xbox titles playable directly from the cloud (beta) with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate[2]. To celebrate the launch of the Galaxy Note20 Series 5G, Samsung Canada has partnered with pro gamers Dan “greenskull” Hammill and Stephanie “missharvey” Harvey for a friendly match in Halo: The Master Chief Collection, live streamed from the Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G. Canadians can tune in live on Twitch starting at 2:00 p.m. (ET) on August 22, 2020, at the channels below:

• tv/Greenskull
• tv/missharvey

For customers purchasing or picking up their Galaxy Note20 5G or Note20 Ultra 5G pre-orders on August 22, the live stream will also be broadcast at Samsung Experience Store locations at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, Metropolis at Metrotown, Montreal Eaton Centre and Yorkdale Shopping Centre.

Galaxy Note20 Series 5G Galaxy Buds Live Early Purchase Offers

At Samsung Experience Stores and participating retailers and carriers, be among the first 15,000 Canadian customers to own a Galaxy Note20 5G or Note20 Ultra 5G before September 4, 2020 and receive an e-voucher redeemable online at Samsung.com/ca for your choice of: (i) a Xbox Game Pass Bundle; or (ii) Galaxy Buds Live (with purchase of Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G) or Galaxy Buds+ (with purchase of Galaxy Note20 5G)[3].

Canadians who purchase Galaxy Buds Live on Samsung.com/ca before September 4, 2020 will receive a bonus Wireless Charger Pad[4]. At Samsung Experience Stores and participating retailers and carriers, be among the first 3,300 Canadian customers to purchase Galaxy Buds Live before September 4, 2020 to receive an e-voucher redeemable online at Samsung.com/ca for a Wireless Charger Pad[5].

For customers looking to experience the latest Galaxy innovations in-store, please join us at one of our Samsung Experience Store or Samsung Kiosk locations across Canada, including the new Montreal Eaton Centre location. Retail locations can be found at:

• CF Sherway Gardens
• CF Toronto Eaton Centre
• Metropolis at Metrotown
• Montreal Eaton Centre
• Scarborough Town Centre (Samsung Kiosk)
• West Edmonton Mall
• Yorkdale Shopping Centre

Canadian Availability

• Galaxy Note20 5G and Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G: Available now at Samsung Experience Stores across Canada or through Samsung.com/ca, as well as at major Canadian carriers and retail partners.
  • Galaxy Note20 5G is available in Mystic Bronze, Mystic Grey and Mystic Green, with pricing starting at $1,399.99 (regular price).
  • Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G is available in Mystic Bronze and Mystic Black, starting at $1,819.99 (regular price) for the 128GB model and $2,029.99 (regular price) for the 512GB model (available in Mystic Black only).
• Galaxy Buds Live: Available in-store at Samsung Experience Stores, online at Samsung.com/ca and at major retailers across Canada in Mystic Bronze, Mystic White and Mystic Black for $249.99 (regular price).

Eligible customers can also get the Galaxy Note20 5G or Note20 Ultra 5G at 0% Financing for up to 36 months[6], so Canadians can get their hands on the latest in Samsung technology in a way that fits their budget.

Surprise Reveal: Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition Now Available in Canada

In response to an overwhelming demand from Canadian BTS Fans this summer, the Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition is also available for a limited time. Delivering premium sound by AKG in a vibrant purple for Canadians looking to show off their BTS pride, the Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition is the first collaboration between Samsung and the k-pop sensation in Canada. The Galaxy Buds+ BTS Edition are available now at Samsung Experience Stores, online at Samsung.com/ca, and at major retail partners in Ultra Violet for $269.99 (regular price).

For more information about the latest Galaxy innovations from Samsung, please visit news.samsung.com/ca/ or samsung.com/ca/

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[1] Galaxy Note20 5G has 40% latency improvement over Note10;Galaxy Note20 Ultra has 80% latency improvement (down to 9ms) over Note10.

[2] Service available in Canada later this year. Controller may be needed to play some games from Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Controller sold separately. Paid subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate required. Game streaming (beta) available from September 15, 2020; requires Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, sufficient network speed, and supported controller (each sold separately). Streaming limits apply. Catalog varies over time and by market. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment.

[3] Terms and conditions apply. Be among the first 15,000 customers to either (i) pre-order from August 5^th – August 20^th, 2020, or (ii) purchase from August 2st – September 4^th, 2020 a Galaxy Note20 5G or a Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G and receive an E-Voucher upon completion of your purchase (redeemable on Samsung.com/ca Aug18 – Sept 30, 2020 for one of either a Microsoft Game Pass Bundle or Samsung Buds+ (for purchase of Galaxy Note205G) OR one of either a Microsoft Game Pass Bundle or Galaxy Buds Live (for purchase of Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G). E-Vouchers can be downloaded from the Samsung Members app on your Galaxy Note20 5G or Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G in the Benefits Section between Aug 18 – Sept 30, 2020. Visit Samsung.com/evoucher for full details.

[4] Terms and conditions apply. Purchase Galaxy Buds Live from August 5th – September 4th  2020 on samsung.com/ca and receive and receive a bonus Wireless Charger Pad. While quantities last. No rain checks. Limit of one bonus per device purchase. Open to Canadian Residents only. For full details, visit www.samsung.com/ca/promotions.

[5] Terms and conditions apply. Purchase Galaxy Buds Live from August 5th  – September 4th  2020 and receive an E-Voucher redeemable on samsung.com/ca between August 18th and September 30th 2020 for a bonus Wireless Charger Pad. While quantities last. No rain checks. Limit of one bonus per device purchase. Open to Canadian Residents only. For full details, visit www.samsung.com/ca/promotions.

[6] 0% financing for up to 36 months applies to eligible customers who meet the minimum amount applicable for PayBright financing of $300 (before taxes and fees), on approved credit. You may not be eligible for 0% interest plan and you monthly payment amount, the interest you will pay, and the loan terms available depend on your personal credit profile. Monthly payments may include a monthly Processing Fee of $6.95. Eligible Samsung Products are: Smartphone devices, laptops, cases, tablets, wearables, chargers, AKG audio, and SmartThings products in all models and colours. Financing provided by PayBright or its partner, Easy Financial. All transactions are subject to approval by PayBright or its partner, Easy Financial. Financing offers may vary from time to time. Financing offers may vary for customers in the Province of Quebec. See www.paybright.com/faq for more information. Example: a Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G (SM-G988WZKAXAC) with a selling price (MSRP) of $1849.99 financed at 0% APR for 36 months, which equals 36 monthly payments of $51.39.  Cost of borrowing is $0 for a total obligation of $1849.99.  Taxes, shipping and other fees [if applicable] are extra. Offer ends September 30, 2020 and is subject to change/cancellation without notice

Samsung Electronics, the number one player in the gaming monitor market[1], recently announced the global launch of its next-generation Odyssey G9 curved gaming monitor. Unveiled at CES 2020, the G9 joins the G7 in the Odyssey lineup, which has reinvented the gaming experience by bringing together key elements of next-level game play: comfortable curvature, immersive interaction and incredible picture quality.

The Odyssey portfolio’s premium performance has been certified by TÜV Rheinland[2], a leading international certification organization, which recognized the Odyssey monitors with the industry’s best high performance 1000R Curved Display and “Eye Comfort” certificate. The Odyssey G9 is also the first monitor certified to support HRD10+[3], enabling it to deliver games and content in ground-breaking quality through a combination of Quantum dot technology and an HDR1000 panel.

Moreover, the innovative design of the Odyssey G9 won the CES 2020 Innovation Awards in the Computer Peripherals and Accessories category.

“Following our recent announcement of the Odyssey G7 curved gaming monitor, the G9 now joins the portfolio as the first dual QHD gaming monitor with 1000R curvature. This further solidifies Samsung’s leadership in the global gaming monitor market, with innovation happening at an unprecedented rate,” said Hyesung Ha, Senior Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung’s Odyssey G9 curved gaming monitor takes immersive gaming to the next level, giving any gamer the upper hand.”

Addressing gamers’ needs for lightning-fast speed, minimal distractions and maximum responsiveness, the G9 comes with Samsung’s latest display innovations. The 49-inch G9 is the world’s first Dual Quad High-Definition (DQHD; 5120×1440 resolution) gaming monitor that offers a deep and immersive 1000R curvature. The G9 is set to deliver a powerful combination of features under the hood, including rapid 1ms response time with a 240Hz refresh rate and crystal clear QLED picture quality for gaming in dual Quad High Definition (QHD). The Odyssey G9 further presents a groundbreaking gameplay experience, with dynamic and seamless action scene-by-scene enabled by NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatibility and Adaptive Sync on DP1.4.

In Addition, the G9 pursues an innovative and futuristic design with a glossy white exterior. It also houses Infinity Core Lighting, which allows 52 different colours and five lighting effect options behind the display. The design and lighting effects stand out and complement any gaming setup.

The Samsung Odyssey G9, in addition to the Samsung Odyssey G7, will be available in Canada beginning July 30, 2020. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com/ca/monitors/gaming-monitor.

Product Specifications

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[1]Source: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, 2019 Q4 data.

[2]The Odyssey lineup received certification in 2020 from TÜV Rheinland, one of the world’s leading testing service providers, for the industry`s best high performance 1000R curved display as well as ‘Eye Comfort’.

[3]The Odyssey G9 was DisplayHDR 1000-certified in 2020 by VESA, demonstrating how it delivers games and content in groundbreaking quality through a combination of Quantum dot technology and an HDR1000 panel.

Mississauga, Ont. – January 9, 2019 – Samsung Electronics Canada recently unveiled three new monitors at CES 2019: the modern and minimalist Space Monitor, the CRG9 designed for an ultimate gaming experience and the UR59C, a stunning 4K UHD curved monitor ideal for content creators. Each monitor offers the best in Samsung technology, ranging from ultra-wide screens and lifelike colours for immersive gaming to space-saving designs to increase productivity.

“Samsung is dedicated to providing continued innovation and leadership in the monitor category, and the versatility of our latest monitor lineup reflects this commitment,” said Pat Bugos, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Home Entertainment, Samsung Canada. “These new monitors also support our larger strategy this year which is to continue bringing Canadians more choices so they can get beautifully-designed, hardworking devices that inspire them to do more.”

Space Monitor: Modern, Minimal and Flexible Design

Samsung Space Monitor leverages its sleek design and functionality to allow users to focus on what’s on the screen and not what’s around it. Its unique built-in space saving solution, a minimalist fully-integrated arm, clamps to the desk and frees up desk space for ultimate user productivity. Samsung Space Monitor is also easy to set up and adjust when you aren’t using it, and simple to push back and store flat against the wall. Through easy ergonomic adjustment, port access and a discreet cable management system, Space Monitor improves the form and function of any workstation or home office.

Beyond aesthetics, Space Monitor is a feature-rich, high-performance monitor. The 27-inch model offers QHD resolution for incredibly detailed, pin-sharp images, while the 32-inch model presents content in 4K UHD.

Space Monitor gives users a unique arm stand that can disappear into the back of the monitor’s slim-bezel. When using the stand, Space Monitor can be easily tilted or extended from the wall. It can also be lowered to the desk surface, and Samsung’s Zero Height Adjustable Stand feature provides the ultimate versatility for any type of viewing preference. The stand not only makes viewing more comfortable but also eliminates the hassle of cable management by integrating power and HDMI cords through the arm for a clean, flexible look.

CRG9 49” Gaming Monitor: Super Ultra-Wide Screen with Dual QHD Resolution

The CRG9 is the world’s first high-resolution super ultra-wide gaming monitor with 32:9 aspect ratio. It offers a 120Hz refresh rate with a fast 4ms response time on a 49-inch display that minimizes image lag and motion blur to effortlessly keep up with fast-paced games. Built for a superior gaming experience, the monitor also features AMD Radeon FreeSync 2 HDR technology to reduce stutter, screen tearing and input latency and to ensure a rapid frame rate and smooth gaming experience.

Content truly comes alive on the CRG9, with dual QHD resolution (5120×1440) and HDR10 with a peak brightness of 1,000 nits providing superfine detail in the brightest and the darkest parts of an image. HDR10 delivers outstanding local dimming, and high-contrast HDR offers advanced spectacular highlights not available in non-HDR monitors. The monitor also leverages Samsung’s revolutionary Quantum dot technology for an exceptionally wide range of accurate colour reproduction plus a 1,800mm screen curvature and an ultra-wide field of view for complete visibility.

Equivalent to two 27-inch QHD 16:9 monitors placed side-by-side, the 32:9 super ultra-wide screen also provides ultimate multitasking flexibility assisted by PBP (Picture-by-Picture) functionality, allowing two video sources to be viewed on the same screen. The CRG9 includes one HDMI port, two Display Ports, USB 3.0 and headphone connectivity options. Samsung also designed the CRG9 with a smaller stand size for convenience and flexibility in every gamer’s space.

UR59C 32” Monitor: World First 32-inch Curved 4K UHD Designed for Content Creators 

Ideal for content creators that seek both versatility and performance, the new UR59C 32-inch monitor features a UHD curved display with a 2,500:1 contrast ratio and a full 3840×2160 4K UHD resolution with support for up to one billion colours. The 1500R curvature delivers a truly immersive experience that shines while creating content and art, watching videos or gaming, while at the same time reducing the eye strain typically associated with long periods of traditional monitor use.

Available in Dark Blue Grey, the UR59C has a super-slim design with a depth of only 6.7mm and a fabric-textured rear casing. Its 3-sided bezel-less screen is attached to a slender yet sturdy V-slim metal stand with two-prong base that encases cables and reduces its footprint on work space.

Experience all three monitors at Samsung’s CES booth #15006 at the Las Vegas Convention Center from January 8-11, 2019.

For more information about Samsung’s new monitors, please visit http://displaysolutions.samsung.com/ces2019.

Mississauga, ON – January 10, 2018 – At CES 2018, Samsung Electronics Canada expanded the connectivity and performance capabilities of its signature curved display line-up with the debut of its new CJ791 monitor, the first curved monitor to feature Intel Thunderbolt 3 connectivity. Designed for entertainment and business audiences, the 34-inch CJ791 model aligns single-source power and processing speed with an exceptional picture quality for a comfortable and productive user experience.

Through a single Thunderbolt 3 cable, CJ791 users can link and dock their monitor and laptop without extensive wiring. The Thunderbolt 3 connection provides processing speed of up to 40 Gigabits per second (Gbps) – a rate nearly four times faster than current USB alternatives¹ – allowing users to enjoy connectivity across a full ecosystem of docks, displays and peripheral devices including iOS laptops, USB type-C laptops, and other desktop accessories like storage drives or external graphics cards. The Thunderbolt 3 interface also enables the CJ791 to provide up to 85 watts (W) of laptop charging power.

“Whether for gaming or professional use, the CJ791 aligns Thunderbolt 3 connectivity with our immersive curvature and QLED picture quality, pushing the envelope of innovation and intuitive design,” said Pat Bugos, Vice President, Consumer Electronics, Samsung Canada.

Efficiency at Work

The CJ791’s clear, detail-rich design empowers business users to efficiently complete a range of tasks. The 21:9 aspect ratio provides ample screen real estate for multitasking, while a complementary 3440×1440 ultra-wide QHD resolution elevates content and imagery with nearly 2.5 times the pixel density of full HD alternatives². In turn, professionals can view large files, spreadsheets and data tables in a more readable format, and without extensive scrolling or zooming.

Professional users can also enjoy the flexibility to customize the CJ791 to their unique workspace. Along with the wire-reducing Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, the CJ791’s slim-depth and narrow-bezel design accommodates multi-display setups without sacrificing content consistency or visual appearance. The display’s height-adjustable stand and tilt functionality also empower users to customize positioning and work within their most comfortable viewing parameters.

Ahead of the Game

The Samsung CJ791 showcases content with the kind of brilliant and realistic detail that gamers and entertainment enthusiasts alike seek out. The display’s QLED presentation technology accurately reflects colours across a 125 percent sRGB spectrum and creates visual engagement through deep blacks, bright whites and pure shades. This refinement, coupled with the s 1,500R curvature and ultra-wide 178-degree viewing angle, gives users a complete view of their surroundings, and ensures full immersion in every scene.

A host of integrated gamer-friendly features also gives users an edge with Game Mode, which contains a dynamic gamma setting that intuitively adjusts colour and contrast of each individual scene to produce a true-to-life environment. The CJ791’s four milliseconds (ms) response time also ensures smooth transitions between scenes for immersive racing, flight simulation and first-person battle games.

For more information about Samsung’s CJ791 QLED monitor, please visit Samsung’s CES booth #15006, on Level 1 of the Central Hall in the Las Vegas Convention Center from January 9-12, 2018.