Around the World (May 2024)
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[Singapore] Samsung Singapore and Singtel Release Film on Technology’s Power To Connect People
2024.5.31
Samsung Electronics Singapore and Singtel, Singapore’s leading telecommunications company, have collaborated to release “AI Do,” a short film highlighting technology’s power to break down walls and connect people. The film’s plot centers around Hee Joo, a Korean, and Aidan, a Singaporean, overcoming language barriers and cultural differences in the lead-up to their bicultural wedding by using the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s AI features. “AI Do” will be rolled out across various platforms, including Samsung and Singtel’s Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok channels.
Learn more at the Samsung Singapore Newsroom
[Peru] CASACOR 2024: Samsung Unveils “Connected Souls,” a Seamless Connection Between Technology and Home
2024.5.29
At CASACOR Peru 2024, Samsung Electronics unveiled “Connected Souls,” a loft designed by interior architect Micaela Puertas that seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technology with the home. The space features Samsung’s latest AI-driven products, including its new line of AI TVs, the Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator with AI Family Hub™+ and the Bespoke AI Laundry Combo™. Puertas’ concept also celebrates the fusion of technology and nature with striking design elements like the use of rosewood colors. “Connected Souls” will be open to visitors until July 7.
Learn more at the Samsung Peru Newsroom
[Kazakhstan] Samsung Brings Masterpieces of Kazakhstani Painter Abylkhan Kasteev to Life
2024.5.29
In collaboration with the State Museum of Arts of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Samsung Electronics Central Eurasia has presented a digital album of Abylkhan Kasteev’s paintings to commemorate the 120th anniversary of the renowned artist’s birth. The album includes a total of more than 400 of his works, including 25 that have been integrated into Samsung Art Store on The Frame. The exhibition will be open to visitors until the end of July.
Learn more at the Samsung Kazakhstan Newsroom
[Romania] Samsung Romania Honored at Romanian Contact Center Awards for Third Straight Year
2024.5.28
Samsung Electronics Romania’s Customer Service team has been honored at the Romanian Contact Center Awards for the third year in a row. This year, it won in five categories: Best Contact Center, Best Use of Customer Insights, Best Complaints Team, Complaints Champion Award and Best Support Center Team Manager. “These awards reflect our team’s commitment and dedication to providing the best experiences for our customers,” said Ionut Gherghe, Director of Samsung Romania’s Customer Service Division.
Learn more at the Samsung Romania Newsroom
[South Africa] Galaxy S24 Series on Expresso: Unrestricted View of How AI Amplifies Consumers’ Daily Lives
2024.5.28
Samsung Electronics partnered with “Expresso,” a South African breakfast TV show, to showcase how the AI-powered Galaxy S24 series can enhance the daily lives of users. The show’s hosts demonstrated the flagship smartphone’s various AI features — including Live Translate, Chat Assist, Note Assist and Circle to Search with Google — and how they can be used to streamline everyday tasks and boost productivity.
Learn more at the Samsung South Africa Newsroom
[U.S.] Nine Ways to Live Your Best Summer with AI-Powered Connected Tech
2024.5.28
Summer is here and many of us are gearing up for a season of adventure and relaxation. Check out these tips from Samsung Electronics America on using your AI-powered connected technology to get the most out of summer, whether you’re jetting off to a dream destination, hosting parties or simply relaxing at home.
Learn more at the Samsung U.S. Newsroom
[Kazakhstan] How a Student From Aktau Is Digitalizing the Police, Construction Sites and Government Agencies in Kazakhstan
2024.5.27
Realizing the need for more efficient healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic, Danil Mukhalev and his team invented a robotic virtual doctor to expedite medical procedures in Kazakhstan. It conducts preliminary medical assessments and employs AI to provide people with health recommendations. The invention first attracted attention at Samsung Electronics’ Solve for Tomorrow competition in 2022 and was eventually put to actual use at constructions sites in Aktau as well as the Karaganda Police Department. With a growing number of cooperation requests coming his way, Mukhalev even has plans to expand his operations overseas.
Learn more at the Samsung Kazakhstan Newsroom
[Malaysia] Samsung Malaysia Kicked Off Its First Galaxy Campus Program With 19 Student Ambassadors
2024.5.27
Samsung Electronics Malaysia has selected 19 student ambassadors for its first Galaxy Campus Program. Over the next 12 months, the ambassadors will learn all about social media content creation through workshops, events and networking opportunities with top content creators and tech enthusiasts in Malaysia.
Learn more at the Samsung Malaysia Newsroom
[Australia] Samsung Lights up Vivid Sydney With Immersive, Language Barrier-Free ‘Chorus of Light’ Installation
2024.5.24
Samsung Electronics Australia has unveiled ‘Chorus of Light’ at Vivid Sydney 2024. Inspired by Galaxy AI, the immersive installation harmonizes art, lights and technology to share a borderless message of hope free from language barriers. At the installation, guests can record personal words of optimism for the future in one of the 16 different languages available with Galaxy AI and watch them turn into captivating light displays after being translated live. ‘Chorus of Light’ will be open to visitors from May 24 to June 15 from 6 p.m. every night.
Learn more at the Samsung Australia Newsroom
[Türkiye] Samsung Türkiye and Hepsiburada To Improve Consumers’ Access to Samsung’s Latest Technologies
2024.5.24
Samsung Electronics Türkiye and Hepsiburada, one of Türkiye’s leading online shopping platforms, have signed a goodwill agreement for a strategic partnership that will improve consumers’ access to Samsung’s latest devices and AI technologies. The partnership will implement new sales models and joint marketing campaigns targeting the different needs of consumers in Türkiye. Hepsiburada believes the agreement will also contribute to facilitating the digital transformation of Turkish society.
Learn more at the Samsung Türkiye Newsroom
[Germany] FOTOTEST Photo Competition: Take the Best Street Photo Using the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s Galaxy AI
2024.5.23
With the support of Samsung Electronics, FOTOTEST magazine held its second smartphone photo competition in search of this year’s finest smartphone shots. The first round’s top five contestants each received a brand-new Galaxy S24 Ultra and took part in an exclusive workshop with photographer and #TeamGalaxy member Thomas Kakareko in Berlin, where they learned how to utilize the powers of Galaxy AI for photography. The five were tasked with capturing the streets of Berlin using the Galaxy S24 Ultra’ AI functions in the final round, which eventually saw Timur Öz emerge as the ultimate winner.
Learn more at the Samsung Germany Newsroom
[Kazakhstan] The Female Face of Programming in Kazakhstan: Barriers, Stereotypes and Opportunities
2024.5.22
Women in Kazakhstan are challenging gender stereotypes in the IT industry with more women learning programming languages and even opening their own tech startups. It’s a trend welcomed by Samsung Innovation Campus mentor Zhuldyz Sotsial, a programmer who teaches at Astana IT University. She believes Samsung Innovation Campus can further advance this trend by not only providing women with educational opportunities but also fueling their curiosity and desire to learn.
Learn more at the Samsung Kazakhstan Newsroom
[Indonesia] How Galaxy AI Can Help Gen Z Entrepreneurs Find Fashion Business Success
2024.5.21
Rara Shamira, a fashion entrepreneur in Indonesia, utilizes the advanced AI capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series to run her business. Features like Circle to Search with Google, Photo Assist and Live Translate help her find inspiration for her work, create trendy social media content and communicate with business partners abroad. Like it does for Rara Shamira, Galaxy AI provides the growing number of Gen Z entrepreneurs in Indonesia with a toolbox of creative possibilities they can use to develop new business strategies fit for the digital era.
Learn more at the Samsung Indonesia Newsroom
[Australia] Samsung Australia Returns to Vivid Sydney With Renewed Partnership
2024.5.17
Samsung Electronics Australia is returning as a Major Partner of Vivid Sydney, the southern hemisphere’s leading multi-arts light festival, to provide the event with an interactive installation of visual storytelling inspired by Galaxy AI. The collaboration, which comes after a five-year hiatus, will showcase the dynamic relationship between technology and creative expression and is expected to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors.
Learn more at the Samsung Australia Newsroom
[Mexico] Samsung Mexico Brings Together Six Female Leaders for Its Second Women Forum
2024.5.17
Samsung Electronics Mexico organized its second Women Forum, bringing together six prominent female leaders from various professions to discuss leadership, gender equality and challenges for women in the workplace. 120 female Samsung Mexico employees attended the event and drew inspiration from the panelists, who shared their professional journeys and how they overcame challenges along the way with resilience and determination.
Learn more at the Samsung Mexico Newsroom
[Netherlands] Samsung Opens Korean-Themed Galaxy AI Cafés Throughout the Netherlands
2024.5.17
Samsung Electronics opened several Galaxy AI Cafés across the Netherlands last week, providing guests with a Korean-themed experience to learn about the capabilities of Galaxy AI. Galaxy AI features create an interactive environment for visitors, who can look up their favorite Korean snacks there through Circle to Search with Google and order them using Live Translate. Before leaving, guests are given flyers with unique promotions that can be used to purchase Galaxy AI products at local stores.
Learn more at the Samsung Netherlands Newsroom
[U.S.] Eight Things To Know About Samsung Accessibility Features
2024.5.16
Did you know that up to one in four adults in the U.S. have some type of disability? Samsung Electronics believes in the power of technology to create a more inclusive world. The company leads by example by developing technological innovations that foster inclusivity while also championing digital access, empowering every user to fully engage in the digital world. These innovations include accessibility features that enhance visibility, hearing, interaction and dexterity across Samsung products.
Learn more at the Samsung U.S. Newsroom
[U.S.] Samsung Solve for Tomorrow’s Inclusive Design Panel Celebrates Accessible Innovations
2024.5.16
The 14th annual Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition in the U.S. wrapped up with a panel discussion exploring the intersection of accessibility, technology and inclusive design. Samsung Electronics America CMO Allison Stransky led the discussion with guests Anna Johannes, U.S. Paralympic Bronze Medalist and Inclusive Design Strategist at Interbrand, and Rachel Sanford Nemeth, Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs at the Consumer Technology Association.
Learn more at the Samsung U.S. Newsroom
[U.K.] Samsung Joins Forces With RNID and RNIB To Launch Samsung Supporters Group
2024.5.16
Ahead of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Samsung Electronics UK inaugurated its first Samsung Supporters group in the United Kingdom in association with the Royal National Institute for Blind People (RNIB) and the Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID). The launch event at Samsung KX in London focused on how Samsung can gain more feedback from its customers to bring enhanced accessibility features to its products, such as its Smart TVs that have earned the RNIB’s “Tried and Tested” certification.
Learn more at the Samsung U.K. Newsroom
[Mexico] Samsung Innovation Campus Celebrates Student Achievements on World Internet Day
2024.5.16
May 17 is World Internet Day and Samsung Electronics celebrates with the stories of Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) participants, such as Brazil’s Giovana Gomes dos Santos and Argentina’s Paula Huertas who have advanced in their educational and professional journeys through the program. SIC educates students in key technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, including AI and the Internet of Things, to prepare them for the evolving job market.
Learn more at the Samsung Mexico Newsroom
[U.S.] Samsung Ranks No. 1 in Both Overall Customer Satisfaction and 5G Capability
2024.5.14
Samsung Electronics America has topped the 2024 American Customer Satisfaction Index Survey in both overall customer satisfaction and 5G capability for mobile devices. More than 9.000 Samsung Mobile-certified technicians in the U.S. offer convenient walk-in, mail-in and We Come to You repair options for Samsung’s customers. This year, Samsung Electronics America will build upon its Batteries Plus partnership to offer enhanced in-warranty walk-in services for Galaxy smartphone repairs, often completed on the same day. In addition, Samsung Care is now offering Spanish language support through AI translation services.
Learn more at the Samsung U.S. Newsroom
[Poland] Samsung Polska Ranked Among Poland’s Best Employers by Forbes Magazine
2024.5.13
After assessing thousands of anonymous employee surveys, Forbes Magazine’s list of Poland’s Best Employers 2024 ranked Samsung Electronics Polska the highest among companies in the electronics, electrical engineering and computer hardware industries. Samsung Polska rose to fifth place overall in the ranking, improving from last year when it finished runner-up in its category and eighth overall. “We are extremely pleased that our initiatives supporting employee development have been appreciated,” said Rafał Tyburcy, Director of the People Team at Samsung Polska.
Learn more at the Samsung Poland Newsroom
[Singapore] Trusted Partner of the Ministry of Home Affairs: Samsung Singapore’s Vital Role in National Security and Cyber Defense
2024.5.13
Samsung Electronics Singapore was invited by Singapore’s Home Team Science & Technology Agency (HTX) to join the Singapore Pavilion for the recent Milipol Asia-Pacific and TechX Summit 2024. Supported by Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs and France’s Ministry of the Interior, the event allowed Samsung Singapore to showcase how it plays a vital role in the country’s homeland security ecosystem by equipping first responders with the latest technologies so they can better tackle evolving threats to public safety.
Learn more at the Samsung Singapore Newsroom
[Vietnam] Top 50 Best Designs at “Vietnam Beautiful Kitchen Design Award — Bespoke Be Home 2024” Revealed
2024.5.10
“Vietnam Beautiful Kitchen Design Award — Bespoke Be Home 2024” has revealed its Top 50 kitchen concepts after receiving nearly 300 entries from all throughout the country. Run by the Ho Chi Minh City Design Association, the contest aims to nurture the development of unique designs for contemporary kitchens in partnership with Samsung’s Bespoke Smart Kitchen Collection. The Top 50 designs entering the online voting round were selected based on aesthetics, functionality, originality and compatibility with the Samsung Bespoke line.
Learn more at the Samsung Vietnam Newsroom
[U.S.] Humans of Samsung: Navigating Motherhood My Own Way
2024.5.9
In time for Mother’s Day, Maddy Nicolosi, Senior Kitchen Design & Innovation Manager at Dacor, a Samsung Electronics America subsidiary, reflects on her experiences of being a mom to her three-year-old son. See her top five strategies to build joy and confidence in her child, such as playing and dancing together and taking moments to breathe deeply.
Learn more at the Samsung U.S. Newsroom
[Italy] Samsung Italy’s Air Conditioning Products Awarded Again by German Institute for Quality and Finance
2024.5.8
According to the German Institute for Quality and Finance’s “Top Quality-Price” survey, Samsung Electronics Italy ranked among the top companies and brands for its quality-price ratio. Samsung was ranked No.1 in the heat pump and air conditioning categories, showcasing the company’s dedication to providing innovative heating and cooling solutions for the European market. Its air conditioners, in particular, claimed the top spot for the fourth year in a row.
Learn more at the Samsung Italy Newsroom
[India] Celebrity Photographer Rahul Jhangiani Holds Masterclass With Galaxy S24 Ultra at Samsung BKC
2024.5.8
Renowned celebrity photographer Rahul Jhangiani led an exclusive masterclass at Samsung BKC in Mumbai, unveiling the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s photography prowess. Jhangiani showcased the flagship smartphone’s advanced AI features as he shared his insights and techniques with aspiring photographers, inspiring them to push their creative boundaries and capture compelling images in various settings.
Learn more at the Samsung India Newsroom
[Argentina] Samsung Innovation Campus Promotes Gender Parity in STEM
2024.5.8
Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) in Argentina helps reduce the gender gap in STEM fields by empowering young women through its specialized workshops and mentorship. The program provides participants with in-depth training and even accompanies them on their journey of getting employed. Set to begin in the coming months, this year’s edition will target women aged between 18 and 24, focusing on AI and big data. Samsung Newsroom spoke to Carmen Sosa, a former participant and now SIC mentor, on how the program has helped her grow.
Learn more at the Samsung Argentina Newsroom
[Vietnam] Samsung Vietnam’s Imprint on the World’s First AI Smartphone
2024.5.7
Samsung Electronics Vietnam Thai Nguyen recently celebrated the production of its 1 billionth phone product. The 1 billionth phone produced, an AI-powered Galaxy S24 Ultra, represents Samsung’s most advanced mobile technology to date. The Samsung Research and Development Center Vietnam, meanwhile, takes pride in having crafted a large-scale AI language dataset that led to Vietnamese being included amongst the first 13 languages to be supported on the flagship smartphone series. After 16 years of huge investments and numerous achievements, Vietnam has become an important base of Samsung in both manufacturing and R&D.
Learn more at the Samsung Vietnam Newsroom
[Thailand] Samsung Thailand Receives Plaque of Honor at 27th National Assembly of the Blind
2024.5.3
Samsung Electronics Thailand was honored at the Thailand Association of the Blind’s 27th National Assembly for supporting the visually impaired community, receiving the organization’s Plaque of Honor for the fourth year in a row. The electronics company has garnered praise in the community for its inclusive product designs and services that continue to help the visually impaired access Samsung’s latest technologies and improve their quality of life.
Learn more at the Samsung Thailand Newsroom
[Vietnam] Samsung Joins Hands With Vietnam in Training Tech Talent Through Samsung Innovation Campus
2024.5.3
In collaboration with Vietnam’s National Innovation Center (NIC), Samsung Innovation Campus will offer a series of training courses on AI, the Internet of Things and big data to roughly 200 university students in Vietnam this year. The program, part of an MOU signed between Samsung Electronics Vietnam and the NIC last year, is expected to contribute to the Vietnamese government’s long-term goal of training 50,000 semiconductor engineers by 2030.
Learn more at the Samsung Vietnam Newsroom
[Chile] Fashion 2.0: The AI Revolution in Clothing
2024.5.3
Machine learning algorithms, data analytics and recommendation systems are becoming increasingly relevant in the fashion lifecycle. Designers including Karyn Coo, who created the first Chilean collection made with AI in collaboration with WISE Innovation Studios and Samsung Chile, discuss the fusion of human creativity and technology and what it means to integrate AI into their day-to-day tasks.
Learn more at the Samsung Chile Newsroom
[Singapore] #SamsungOnHoliday: Going ‘Out of Office’ With New Galaxy Accessories
2024.5.2
Escape the daily grind of office life with Samsung Electronics’ new “Out of Office” collection of accessories for the Galaxy S24 series. The collection was designed for the self-expressive and creative, featuring an assortment of accessories including phone cases, Griptoks, Galaxy Buds cases, key rings and more. From April 25 to May 24, Galaxy users can visit the Samsung Experience Store at VivoCity to receive the exclusive items after purchasing select Samsung products or taking part in Samsung Live Space sessions.
Learn more at the Samsung Singapore Newsroom
[Latinoamérica] Panama Logistics Center Distributes More Than 300,000 Parts of Samsung Products to Latin America Every Month
2024.5.2
Samsung Electronics created its Global Parts Center (GPC) for Latin America and the Caribbean in Panama 35 years ago. The 11,997-square-meter warehouse serves 38 countries and boasts more than 4 million spare parts in stock. The next step in growing the warehouse’s capabilities is to optimize its processes from an ecological and sustainable point of view by reducing waste, installing solar panels and utilizing a fleet of electric trucks for distribution in Panama.
Learn more at the Samsung Latin America Newsroom
[Austria] Samsung Launches Interactive 360° AR Campaign on Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel
2024.5.2
Samsung’s #UnleashTheGalaxy campaign will run from May 1 to May 26 on Vienna’s Giant Ferris Wheel to introduce Gen Z consumers to the AI features of the new Galaxy S24 Ultra. Visitors can immerse themselves in an augmented reality experience through a campaign specific AR filter and share their galactic journey on social media for a chance to win a brand-new Galaxy S24 Ultra.
Learn more at the Samsung Austria Newsroom
[U.S.] Samsung Teams Up with Preston Konrad, Lifestyle Expert and Interior Designer
2024.5.1
Samsung Electronics America recently teamed up with lifestyle expert, interior designer and TV host Preston Konrad for a design renovation in New York City, showcasing popular spring and summer design trends and demonstrating how Bespoke can instantly elevate and transform two of the most used rooms in the home – the kitchen and the laundry room.
Learn more at the Samsung U.S. Newsroom
[U.S.] Living My Best Life: Unlocking Time & Joy With Smart Home Technology
2024.5.1
Roger Quesada, a Digital Appliance Product Marketing specialist for Samsung.com, and his partner are revitalizing their 120-year-old house. Discover how the two utilize Samsung’s smart connected products at home and integrate technology that streamlines their daily routines and enhances their overall quality of life.
Learn more at the Samsung U.S. Newsroom
