Samsung Electronics Philippines Co. – Samsung Electronics announced the availability of the new Samsung Shop App across select markets in the Southeast Asia and Oceania region, as part of its strategy to elevate and simplify the online shopping journey for Samsung users and fans.

The Southeast Asia and Oceania region continues to see a significant volume of purchases for electronic products made online. According to a study^[1] conducted by Samsung in August 2023, 42.6% of respondents in the region bought electronic devices or home appliances online in the past three months. As such, e-commerce remains an important channel for Samsung to expand its reach and growth to customers that are doing more of their shopping online.

After its launch last year in Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Samsung Shop App is now available in the Philippines; with plans to launch in more markets across Southeast Asia and Oceania. With the Samsung Shop App, users are provided with exclusive access to offers available only on the app. At the same time, the app is also able to personalize offers made available to users depending on their interests, while ensuring they can stay on top of the latest deals of Samsung products via timely notifications in the app.

For users making purchases through the Samsung Shop App, flexible payment options such as easy installment payments simplify the purchase process. Users can also easily view delivery details and do real-time tracking for orders made. As a feature benefit, users also have Official Samsung Warranty when purchasing products on the Shop App. At the same time, users can benefit from the Samsung Rewards program, which lets users easily earn and redeem points on every purchase made through the Samsung Shop App.

“Online shopping has always been a promising avenue to reach our customers, and the increase in online shoppers in the region, including the Philippines, tells us there is merit in creating more accessible shopping platforms. As we are continuously seeking ways to improve our customer experience, our goal with the launch of the Samsung Shop App in the Philippines is to bring our products that can help elevate work and play to more Filipinos, and allow them to seamlessly discover the best personalized deals suited for their unique needs and individuality,” says Min Su Chu, President of Samsung Electronics Philippines Corporation (SEPCO).

Immersive, app-tastic shopping experiences

With Samsung Shop App, Samsung is elevating the online shopping experience for customers and fans, all from the comfort of wherever they are, in the following ways:

• An optimized shopping experience on mobile devices: The Samsung Shop App will be available on both Android and iOS devices, with a mobile-optimized user interface that is user friendly, as well as a curated selection of the latest Samsung consumer electronics products available for purchase through the app, with the catalog of products available for purchase to be expanded in the months to come. In Q4 of this year, tablet users can take advantage of their larger screens for an optimized shopping experience.
• Real-time order status updates: Customers who make purchases on the Samsung Shop App can view details of orders made and receive real-time delivery notifications. For all purchases, customers are entitled to free shipping.
• Personalized recommendations: The Samsung Shop App will be able to offer personalized content and recommendations for Samsung products, including easy comparisons between users’ current devices and the latest models offered, as well as accessories for owned products.
• Exclusive discounts for students: Students from the Philippines will be able to save big on Samsung devices with exclusive discounts and offers for purchases made through the Samsung Shop App.
• Samsung Members-only benefits: Through the Members App, Samsung Members can be directed to exclusive Members-only discounts, offers, and experiential perks, along with the ability to earn additional loyalty benefits, on the Samsung Shop app.
• Exclusive in-app promotions for all: As part of the Samsung Shop App launch festivities, Samsung customers and users will be able to take advantage of a discount of ₱1,000 off with minimum spend of ₱10,000 using the code APP1KPH upon checkout. Promo is available now until December 31, 2024.

Enjoy the latest deals on the new device releases like the Galaxy Z Flip6 and Galaxy Z Fold6 and wearables like the Galaxy Watch7 Series, Galaxy Watch Ultra, and the Galaxy Buds3 series powered by Galaxy AI. Consumer Electronic products like Bespoke AI Home Appliances, Samsung AI TVs and Smart Monitors are also up for grabs. Check out the best deals today at the Samsung Shop App.  Users can also take advantage of Flexible Payment Options: Pay in monthly installments at 0% interest up to 36 months using HSBC, Metrobank, BDO, & BPI credit cards.

Samsung Shop App is available on the Google Play Store, and the App Store. To download and install the Samsung Shop App and take advantage of the promotions on offer, please visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/apps/samsung-shop-app/, or scan the QR code to download.

DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-195164

^[1] The study was conducted by Samsung Electronics Southeast Asia and Oceania with over 2,600 respondents across eight markets in the region.

Samsung’s most advanced camera yet with a 200MP Adaptive Pixel sensor, the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, an eco-friendly design and package, and up to PHP 76,000 in pre-order deals? It’s an epic offer that you shouldn’t miss on the Samsung Galaxy S23 series – and it’s only until February 23!

Be among the first to take your passions further with the new Galaxy S23 series. Enjoy epic discounts of up to PHP 76,000 when you pre-order the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, or the Galaxy S23 Ultra through samsung.com and not only will you get a free memory upgrade, you’ll also instantly get the higher memory variant for the price of the lower variant within the same model lineup.

Looking to upgrade your phone? Why not trade in your old device and get an additional savings of up to PHP 13,000 on top of your old device’s residual value.

But wait, there’s more! The online pre-order promo also comes with an e-voucher worth up to PHP 5,000, a 50% discount on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, and 30% off on the Galaxy Watch5 Series. This deal also includes a free 1-year Samsung Care+ coverage worth PHP 5,999, and a chance to earn double Samsung Rewards points.

There’s also a limited-edition Samsung Galaxy VIP bundle if you’re looking to score the ultimate Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra with 1TB memory. This exclusive samsung.com offer guarantees a total savings of as much as PHP 38,000 and includes the online-exclusive 1TB Galaxy S23 Ultra, along with the Galaxy Watch5 Pro 46mm, Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Super Fast Wireless Duo Charger, Galaxy S23 Ultra Leather Cover, and 1-year Samsung Care+ coverage all for a discounted price of PHP 119,378.

This Galaxy S23 Series is also available at flexible payment terms. Customers can avail of 0% interest for up to 24 months installment with major credit cards, get instant discounts of up to ₱13,000 when you trade-in a qualified device, and free shipping to select areas nationwide.

Aside from samsung.com, epic pre-order promos are also available through Samsung Experience Stores, Authorized Samsung Stores, Lazada, Shopee, Abenson.com and MemoXpress Online. Hurry as these deals can only be availed until February 23, 2023.

For more information, visit https://www.samsung.com/ph/offer/online/2023/galaxy-s23-pre-order/.

But for users of the Samsung Galaxy A and S series, after-hours photography provides the perfect opportunity for you to flex the features of your camera, including the Pro Mode¹ and Night Mode², to take a variety of creative shots – from slick light trails that capture the energy of your city to ethereal shots of the sky and moon.

And if you needed a nudge to plan an after-dark photography outing with your friends, let it be the upcoming Blood Moon on May 26!

A “blood moon” during the upcoming lunar eclipse on 26 May will be visible across Southeast Asia and Australia for about 14 minutes, weather permitting. (Image credit: Shutterstock)

To get you ready for this once in a (blood) moon occasion, here are some pro tips for the ultimate night photography outing.

Optimize your smartphone’s settings

When light levels are low, leveraging the right settings become imperative to a successful shot. For users of the Samsung Galaxy A and S series, there are two key functions you should be acquainted with:Pro Mode and Night Mode.

Night Mode uses multi-frame processing to produce a clear photo in low light instantaneously, while Pro Mode gives you control over individual settings that affect light levels before you snap a photo, such as ISO (exposure), shutter speed, and aperture.

To have both modes readily available on the main camera screen, do this:

• Open the Camera app and swipe to the ‘More’ tab at the bottom
• Drag the ‘Pro’ and ‘Night’ icons down to the panel for easy access (see below)

Besides Pro and Night Mode, the Camera app has other features to experiment with to take creative shots. (Screengrab from Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G)

Night Mode

If you find manual settings overwhelming, start by playing around with the night mode function first. Once you become more familiar with this function, you can start fiddling with other functions in Pro Mode for a more nuanced control.

Comparison of photo shot with default camera settings (left), and with Night Mode(right). (Images taken on Samsung Galaxy A52)

Outdoors, Night Mode (right) also works to make shots more clear and vivid. (Images taken on Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. Left: Default camera, Right: Night Mode)

Pro Mode

Once you’re more confident taking photos in low light areas, take your night photography to the next level by playing around with the ISO (exposure) and shutter speed settings in Pro Mode.

Practice and familiarize yourself with the settings by taking the same photo with different values for each setting. For instance, try taking a night shot on your smartphone with an ISO 400 camera setting, and gradually increase the ISO value for subsequent shots to understand the differences.While toggling with shutter speed and ISO can better illuminate your night shots, note that your smartphone should also be super stable when taking the photo. If not, your image could turn out blurry. To prevent this, invest in a simple tripod to stabilize your phone, or prop the phone against a sturdy surface to minimize image blurring.

1. Shutter speed: Determines how long the camera spends taking the photo.
Shutter speeds are measured in fractions of a second. When light levels are low, pick a slower shutter speed to let the camera sensor capture more light.

2. ISO: Determines the camera’s sensitivity to light.
Pick a higher ISO value (upwards of ISO 400) for better image clarity when there is very little light. This increases the camera’s sensitivity, allowing the right exposure to be achieved with less light.

Practice and familiarize yourself with the settings by taking the same photo with different values for each setting. For instance, try taking a night shot on your smartphone with an ISO 400 camera setting, and gradually increase the ISO value for subsequent shots to understand the differences.

While toggling with shutter speed and ISO can better illuminate your night shots, note that your smartphone should also be super stable when taking the photo. If not, your image could turn out blurry. To prevent this, invest in a simple tripod to stabilize your phone, or prop the phone against a sturdy surface to minimize image blurring.

A simple tripod will keep your smartphone sturdy – crucial for clear night shots. (Image taken on Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G)

Time to Get Inspired with Night Photography

Now that you’re familiar with your smartphone’s camera settings, it’s time to put your newfound knowledge into practice!

Fly to the Moon with Space Zoom

Those planning to document the total lunar eclipse this year will be happy to know that they can now take night photography to the next level with the Space Zoom feature on the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G. Powered by Samsung’s first-ever dual-tele lens system to deliver greater clarity to shots, Space Zoom on the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G lets you capture clear shots even when you are far away from the action – like the upcoming blood super moon³.

As always, a tripod will be your key ally. Find a good, stable spot to plant your tripod, point your camera to the moon and slowly zoom towards it until the round shape fits snugly into your frame. Once this is done, tap on your screen to adjust the exposure automatically. Don’t forget to secure a prime viewing spot in advance as well!

While the 30x zoom can snap a clear picture of the bright moon (left), max out the zoom to make the most of the Space Zoom function (right). (Images taken on Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G)

Create an Amazing Light Show

Look out for areas that have some form of light, but not too much! Examples include street lamps, storefronts, or car headlights, which can provide contrast against the darkness and help make an image pop!

If you’re shooting a scene with multiple light sources, try heading into Pro Mode and switching from auto to manual focus to generate a cool, abstract camera effect.

Achieve a bokeh effect of glowing orbs by defocusing the lens when taking the picture. (Image taken on Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G) Settings: ISO 1600, Shutter speed 1/50s; scroll left in Manual Focus mode to blur lights

You can also create light streaks with your smartphone camera if there are moving vehicles around. To do this, set your ISO value low and increase the shutter speed to at least two seconds. Don’t forget to stabilize your smartphone with a tripod or lean it against some structural support as well!

Light streaks are plenty of fun – look out for moving lights from vehicles. (Image taken on Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G) Settings: ISO 50, Shutter speed 2s

Capture Stunning Night Mood Scenes

As you explore your surroundings, find a reflective surface that can illuminate the scene in a unique way. Again, toggle your smartphone’s shutter speed for greater control over light.

Default settings (left) work in well-lit area. But if you’re looking to have fun with reflective surfaces, toggle your smartphone’s shutter speed settings in Pro Mode (right) to give you greater control over the light. (Images taken on Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G) Settings (for right photo): ISO 1600, Shutter speed 1/50ss

Enhance Your Photo with Post Production Magic

After snapping your pictures, remember to fine-tune them on your desired editing app before posting them on social media!

Enhance the vividness of your photos and achieve the desired mood by toggling with contrast, white balance and saturation.

Ultimately, night photography is a fun way to make the most of the advanced features built within your Galaxy A and S series smartphones, so be bold with the camera settings and explore all possibilities!

Level up your smartphone photography game at night on May 26, when a total lunar eclipse will bring about an enchanting blood moon* in our skies!

Night photography offers countless opportunities for smartphone photographers to express their creativity – from light streaks generated by moving vehicles to enchanting images of the sky.

Read on to find out how you can make the most of the Night Mode and Pro Mode features on your Samsung Galaxy A and S series to take magical night shots – without the need for professional equipment. If the skies are clear, you might even be able to snap the blood moon in its full glory!

*Visibility of blood moon is contingent on weather conditions.

The Galaxy S and A series are now available at the following prices:

• Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G – PHP 66,990 (128GB), PHP 69,990 (256GB)
• Galaxy S21+ 5G – PHP 54,990 (128GB), PHP 57,990 SRP (256GB)
• Galaxy S21 5G – PHP 44,990 SRP (128GB), PHP 47,990 SRP (256GB)
• Galaxy A72 – PHP 23,990 SRP
• Galaxy A52 5G – PHP 23,990 SRP
• Galaxy A52 – PHP 18,990 SRP

Avail of the Trade-In, Trade-Up promo where customers can trade in their old smartphones to get discounts and additional tokens on top of the traded-in device worth up to Php 3,000 for the Galaxy A72, A52 5G, A52 and A32 ⁴, and up to Php 10,000 for the Galaxy S21 Series 5G⁵. For flexible payment terms, pay at 0% interest for up to 24 months in participating Authorized Samsung Stores.

For more information about the Galaxy devices and its exclusive promos, visit www.samsung.com/ph/offer.

Safe Samsung Shopping

Health and safety protocols are strictly followed in Samsung Experience Stores to keep consumers and employees safe. Adhering to the guidelines set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Samsung has limited the number of its customers to 50% capacity, implemented the mandatory use of face masks and face shields, and performs frequent sanitation in all stores.

Samsung Experience Stores also has unique QR health declaration codes to promote a safe and contactless contact tracing process. Product demonstrations are done side-by-side instead of face-to-face while keeping the required safe distance of one (1) meter to make sure everyone is socially distanced.

To find the nearest Samsung Experience Store, click here.

[1] Available on Galaxy S21 series.
[2] This feature is only available on Galaxy S21 Ultra, Wide Cam only.
[3] Dependent on weather conditions and relative visibility of the moon.
[4] DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-115089 Series of 2021.
[5] DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-115945 Series of 2021.

Samsung makes this year’s Mother’s Day celebration more epic with its promos on Galaxy devices starting April 26 to May 9, 2021.

Celebrate more epic mom moments with the Galaxy S21 Series 5G. Those who will purchase the Galaxy S21 5G will get a FREE Galaxy Buds Live worth Php 7,990 SRP, while those to buy the Galaxy S21+ and S21 Ultra 5G can enjoy a FREE Galaxy Buds Pro worth Php 9,990 SRP¹.

Meanwhile, Samsung is offering a premium bundle worth Php 24,100 SRP for the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, which includes a FREE Galaxy Buds Live worth Php 7,990 SRP, 12 months Samsung Care+ valued at Php 14,199 SRP, and a Php 2,000 e-voucher for a Samsung Leather Cover².

Support mom in achieving her health and wellness goals by gifting her a Galaxy smartwatch. Get 30% off on the Galaxy Watch Active2 and Watch3. Additionally, enjoy a 20% discount on the Galaxy Buds+, Buds Live, and Buds Pro³.

Starting May 1, customers can also save Php 5,000 when they buy the Galaxy Note20 or Note20 Ultra, and Php 3,000 when they avail of the Galaxy S20 FE.

Mothers make lives meaningful in more ways than one. They make special moments more epic and cherish their family’s life milestones, no matter how big or small. Show appreciation for their unconditional love by giving them the gift of Galaxy.

To know more about the Mother’s Day promo, visit this link.

Safe Samsung Shopping

Health and safety protocols are strictly followed in Samsung Experience Stores to keep consumers and employees safe. Adhering to the guidelines set by the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Samsung has limited the number of its customers to 50% capacity, implemented the mandatory use of face masks and face shields, and performs frequent sanitation in all stores.

Samsung Experience Stores also has unique QR health declaration codes to promote a safe and contactless contact tracing process. Product demonstrations are done side-by-side instead of face-to-face while keeping the required safe distance of one (1) meter to make sure everyone is socially distanced.

To find the nearest Samsung Experience Store, click here.

[1] DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-117079 Series of 2021.

[2] DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-104677 Series of 2020.

[3] DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-117709 Series of 2021.