On a mission to ‘Power the Possible’ – Time Out and Samsung recently partnered with creative entrepreneurs to host workshops for curious Londoners at Samsung KX. Supported every step of the way by a unique ecosystem of tech, our entrepreneurs offered exclusive tips and expert career advice, shining a light on how Samsung’s suite of products can help people to better pursue their passions.

Each Side Hustle Session brought to life the story of an individual with a truly enterprising spirit, giving Time Out readers and Samsung users insights and practical tips as to how they, too, can make their dreams a reality by turning their hobbies into side-hustles and, eventually, even into a full-time career.

Introducing Digital Fashion Entrepreneur Carmen Christine

Learn how the London-based fashion designer turned her love of textiles, bright colour and vintage fashion into a thriving business.

Credit: Jess Hand | Time Out

Pro Hobby to Hustle Tips:

• First, don’t be afraid to be a bit cringe! Get yourself and your art out there. It doesn’t matter what you think other people think of you.
• Don’t feel defeated at the first hurdle. You’ve just got to march onwards and keep trying, especially with social media. You can feel very deflated, as a creative person, if you put things on social media and it doesn’t get enough attention. You might feel, well, my art must be rubbish, but it’s not the case! You’ve just got to keep creating and putting it out into the world.
• Lastly, community is huge! Find your community. Reach out to people. Collaborate with other artists –that’s a really fun part of being a creative in the modern age. Make the most of it, network and make friends.

Samsung’s range of tablets are a perfect tool for anyone wishing to turn their passion for designing into a career – and, paired with a Samsung smartphone, it’s easy to share pictures, videos and inspiration between devices, whilst also having instant access to an online audience.

To learn more about Carmen and her journey visit https://www.timeout.com/london/things-to-do/from-hobby-to-hustle-carmen-christine

Introducing Sustainable Food Entrepreneur Chantelle Nicholson

Hear how the founder of low-waste Mayfair restaurant Apricity turned her natural talent for cooking into a high-flying food career.

Credit: Jess Hand | Time Out

Pro Hobby to Hustle Tips:

• The thing I’ll always be grateful for was my naivety. I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I came to London, and I think if I had known I’d have been too scared. So, don’t overthink.
• I’d also say, be proactive. Right now, there are so many different and welcoming places that would embrace you spending time with them to see what it’s like and get a little taster.
• And lastly, remember that you won’t have lost anything by doing it, rather than waiting or worrying that you’re not good enough. So just jump in and do it!

Samsung’s suite of smart kitchen products can make preparing and cooking easier than ever, and, with the help of a smartphone to capture engaging, high-quality content, building an online community can be easier than ever.

To learn more about Chantelle and her journey visit https://www.timeout.com/london/things-to-do/from-hobby-to-hustle-chantelle-nicholson

Introducing Fitness Community Entrepreneur Warren Whitely

Discover how a Londoner with a passion for fitness has built a community on the ethos of training the mind and the body – using technology to stay at the top of his game.

Credit: Jess Hand | Time Out

 Pro Hobby to Hustle Tips:

• My main thing – and I say this from experience – you have to fail, and you have to fail often, in order to learn what not to do. Don’t be scared to try something and don’t be scared of everybody’s opinions.
• On social media, you don’t have to copy what everyone else is doing. Be unique, and when you show up as yourself, if that gets attention, and if that does well, then you know that you’re never going to have to work at that, because it’s going to be easy – it’s going to come to you because you’re being yourself.
• Lastly, do it for the love. Do it to be better at it, and the money will come afterwards. They say do your nine to five so you can work on your five to nine. At this moment in time, if money is essential, then do what it is that you need to do to earn as much money as possible to give you that time, five to nine, to be able to work on your craft and the thing that you really love. Eventually, that will replace the nine to five. It did for me!

For those working towards a career in fitness, personal training, or simply wishing to track their progress, the range of Samsung Galaxy watches can provide data and insights to support along the way.

To learn more about Warren and his journey visit https://www.timeout.com/london/things-to-do/from-hobby-to-hustle-warren-whitely

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Until now, smart homeowners have experienced challenges using their devices across multiple ecosystems. Connecting devices between ecosystems often involved many steps across multiple apps to link accounts, which did not always work in both directions. This meant users had to remember which apps and interfaces they could control or automate a particular device. The Matter standard’s multi-admin capabilities provide the foundation for connecting devices directly to multiple apps and ecosystems, giving consumers more flexibility and choice.  Samsung and Google are building on multi-admin, allowing users to seamlessly find, choose to connect and control Matter-enabled devices through SmartThings or Google Home apps on Android.

When users go into the SmartThings app, they will be made aware of Matter devices that have been set up with Google Home and will be given a choice to easily onboard those devices to SmartThings, and vice-versa. Now, whether users want to control their smart home on their SmartThings app or a Google Nest Hub, the devices will always be there. Users won’t have to manually add each of their devices one at a time or worry about which ecosystem their device has been set up on first.

“As the largest Android developer, Samsung values its strong partnership with Google. Providing users with greater flexibility through this new multi-admin feature is a natural progression in our evolution as partners, allowing us to better support our massive existing and potential user base with both Samsung and Google products,” said Jaeyeon Jung, Corporate Vice President and Head of SmartThings, Mobile eXperience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Both SmartThings and Google are committed to user choice and giving consumers the power to control their own devices. This collaboration furthers that commitment by enhancing the user experience and promoting transparency between ecosystems.”

“With the launch of Matter, we understand there will be new expectations, when it comes to smart home connectivity. We are proud to partner with Samsung Electronics to offer new and existing smart home users their first glimpse into what the future of the smart home looks like and the ease of use that comes with it,” said Matthew McCullough, Vice President, Product Management, Android Developer from Google.

Samsung and Google’s Matter multi-admin feature will be rolled out in the coming weeks. For more information about SmartThings, please visit www.smartthings.com.

This year, Samsung is taking the impactful Galaxy innovations for the A series even further. The awesome new Galaxy A series devices are designed to provide the fully-loaded experience that people want from a smartphone.

Be sure to tune in on March 17 to Samsung’s YouTube channel and Samsung Newsroom in order to catch the latest Galaxy A Event streamed live starting at 10 a.m. EDT. For more details following the event about these all-new devices, stay tuned to Samsung Newsroom for all the latest information.

LONDON, UK – 9^th February, 2022 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled Galaxy S22 Ultra, merging the best of two smartphone legacies – the unrivalled power of the Note series and the pro-grade camera and performance of the S series – to set a new standard for premium smartphones. Featuring a built-in S Pen, advanced Nightography and video capabilities, and battery life that lasts over a day, Galaxy S22 Ultra is the most powerful Ultra device Samsung has ever created.

“At Samsung, our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to deliver the best devices, services and experiences that respond to their needs,” said Conor Pierce, Corporate Vice President for Samsung Electronics UK and Ireland. “Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra takes the beloved functionality of the Galaxy Note and the most celebrated aspects of the S series for a truly unique smartphone experience. This is a leap forward for mobile technology that breaks the rules of what a smartphone can do and sets a new epic standard for a generation that puts experience first. From creative capabilities and productivity, to power and performance, the Galaxy S22 Ultra brings everything you love about the Note experience — including its signature S Pen — to the S series. Galaxy S22 Ultra joins the new Galaxy S series of devices — Galaxy S22 and S22+ — offering every feature of those devices plus new added premium features and accessories for the best of the S and Note series”.

Samsung’s Most Powerful S Series Phone Yet

For the first time ever, Note users’ favourite built-in S Pen is coming to an S series device — and it’s the fastest, most responsive S Pen we’ve ever made. With 70% lower latency^[1] you can write and draw more naturally on your Galaxy S22 Ultra’s expansive screen, and explore apps in new ways.

With S Pen, the Galaxy S22 Ultra becomes more than a phone. It embraces the legacy of the Note while opening up new ways to be creative and get things done. The result is a mobile experience unlike any before.

With seamlessly integrated camera lenses and a sleek metal frame that creates a mirrored effect, Galaxy S22 Ultra represents Samsung’s most premium look and feel. Luxurious glass and haze finishing adds an elegant touch to Galaxy S22 Ultra’s reimagined linear, floating layout – complete with Galaxy Note’s iconic sharp angles – all encased in a streamlined design. As durable as it is striking, Galaxy S22 Ultra comes in four nature-inspired colour options, including Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green, and, new on Galaxy S22 Ultra, Burgundy.

Capture Stunning Photos and Videos, Day or Night

With Galaxy S22 Ultra, you can capture footage that’s instantly post-worthy – in any lighting conditions. Advanced Nightography features available on the entire Galaxy S22 family of devices allow you to snag crisp, clear videos on both the front and back cameras, whether you’re recording during the day or night. Galaxy S22 Ultra is built with a 2.4um pixel sensor – Samsung’s largest pixel sensor ever, enabling its camera lenses to capture more light and data, optimising the lighting and detail of your video clips. Plus, Galaxy S22 Ultra’s advanced Super Clear Glass lens helps you take smoother and clearer night-time videos without flares. Meanwhile, video Auto Framing ensures your camera always captures exactly who you want, whether that’s one person or ten^[2].

With zooming capabilities that will get you 100x closer to the action^[3], Galaxy S22 Ultra isn’t just Samsung’s most powerful camera, it’s also the smartest. Packed with new AI supported features like Portrait mode, Galaxy S22 Ultra is built to make every photo look professional. With Galaxy S22 Ultra’s robust intelligent camera capabilities, your phone does the heavy lifting, so you always capture stunning photos and video in any lighting.

Whether you’re an amateur or a professional photographer, Galaxy S22 Ultra gives you all the tools you need to snap a beautiful shot every time. Like Galaxy S22 and S22+, Galaxy S22 Ultra offers exclusive access to the Expert RAW app^[4], which features a comprehensive suite of in-camera editing tools that deliver a DSLR-like experience and let you enjoy more creative control. With the ability to save photos in RAW format up to 16bit, you can take more control over your edits with more of your images’ data. And just like a DSLR camera, you can brighten or darken your photos with ISO settings and shutter speed, adjust white balance to make your photo more warm or cool, and manually focus on your desired subject to get your images looking exactly the way you want.

Unrivalled Power and Performance

Galaxy S22 Ultra is built for the most productive workdays. Galaxy S22 Ultra is part of the first Galaxy S series to be equipped with the latest 4nm processor, which powers Samsung’s most advanced AI and ML processing. It also features Wi-Fi 6E, up to twice as fast as Wi-Fi 6^[5]. That means you can enjoy unrivalled performance on all your most-used apps, whether you’re gaming, streaming, or working^[6]. All that power runs on Galaxy S22 Ultra’s powerful battery, which gives you more than a full day of use with every charge^[7]. Galaxy S22 Ultra also supports 45W super-fast charging, so you can record more than 50 minutes of video – after a 10-minute charge^[8].  Work, play games, watch videos, and more, with power that always keeps you connected.

Whether you’re viewing content or creating your own, Galaxy S22 Ultra’s immersive 6.8-inch^[9], Dynamic AMOLED 2X brings everything to life in stunning detail and brighter than ever with a peak brightness of 1,750nits. Plus, Vision Booster technology enables Galaxy S22 Ultra’s screen to intelligently adjust brightness throughout the day, making sure you get the best possible view of your content even in bright sunlight.

As part of our commitment to giving users the best possible mobile performance and experience, the entire Galaxy S22 series will be supported by up to four generations of Android OS upgrades^[10]. Now millions of Galaxy users can increase the lifecycle of their smartphone even further without missing the latest security, productivity and other exciting new features. Samsung will scale this effort across our product line-up to ensure you’re fully supported across your Galaxy ecosystem.

Security You Can Trust

The Galaxy S22 series is secured by Samsung’s powerful Knox Vault security platform, which includes a secure processor and memory that completely isolates sensitive data like your passwords, biometrics or Blockchain keys from the phone’s main operating system. One UI’s privacy dashboard and Indicator make it easy to see which apps are accessing your data and camera, so you can decide whether to grant or deny permission to each app. The Galaxy S22 series also introduces several new security features, including the ARM micro architecture, which prevents cyberattacks that target your operating system and memory.

Plus, the Galaxy S22 series brings you Samsung Wallet^[11] – a seamless, convenient and secure experience to make everyday life easier. Samsung Wallet combines digital payment, ID, keys and asset management into one tool to simplify your routines, from showing your student ID to compiling travel documents before a flight.

All the Best of Galaxy

The Galaxy S22 Ultra brings all the epic Galaxy tech you expect – and plenty you don’t. We’ve ramped up privacy and security with a new protected area safeguarding all your private information, and anti-tracking keeping you safer online. Plus, if you lose your phone, SmartThings Find helps you track it, and remotely block and wipe to protect your data.

Stay Connected with the Galaxy Ecosystem

Alongside the new Galaxy S22 series, Samsung is introducing an all-new line of tablets and a pack of updated features for Galaxy Watch4 so that Galaxy users can stay connected in every aspect of their lives. Built for a new era of connectivity, Galaxy Tab S8 series ­– including Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+ and Tab S8 Ultra – is Samsung’s most versatile line of tablets ever, built and designed to meet the ever-changing needs of those who work, study, play and create.

UK Availability

Starting on 25^th February 2022, Galaxy S22 Ultra will be widely available in Samsung channels and major UK retailers.

Galaxy S22 Ultra will be launched in four bold colours, Phantom Black, Phantom White, Green and an all-new Burgundy:

• 128GB model with 8GB RAM, 256GB model with 12GB RAM, 512GB model with 12GB RAM, 1TB model with 12GB RAM

Pre-orders for the Galaxy S22 Series begin on 9^th February 2022. Between 9th February and 24^th February 2022, UK customers who pre-order can claim a free pair of Galaxy Buds Pro^[12] and a 12-month subscription to Disney+^[13], to watch the latest blockbusters, new originals, timeless classics, throwbacks and so much more, with entertainment added every week.

Pricing

Galaxy S22 Ultra RRP:

• 128GB, 8GB RAM – £1149
• 256GB, 12GB RAM – £1249
• 512GB, 12GB RAM – £1329
• 1TB, 12GB RAM – £1499

For more information about Galaxy S22 Ultra, please visit: www.samsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s22-ultra/buy/

About Disney+

Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, along with The Simpsons and much more. In select international markets, it also includes the new general entertainment content brand, Star. The flagship direct-to-consumer streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, Disney+ is part of the Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution segment. The service offers commercial-free streaming alongside an ever-growing collection of exclusive originals, including feature-length films, documentaries, live-action and animated series, and short-form content. With unprecedented access to Disney’s long history of incredible film and television entertainment, Disney+ is also the exclusive streaming home for the newest releases from The Walt Disney Studios. And through Star, it offers the latest from 20th Century Studios, Disney Television Studios, FX, Searchlight Pictures, and more. For more, visit disneyplus.com, or find the Disney+ app on most mobile and connected TV devices.

[1] Compared with Galaxy S21 Ultra.

[2] Auto Framing only available in Video mode. Auto Framing must be enabled before recording. Certain resolutions and ratios may not be supported. Certain functions may not be available when Auto Framing is on. Only people can be recognized, and there is a limit to how many people may be recognized. Available on Samsung Camera, BlueJeans, Google Duo, Meta Messenger, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex Meet and Zoom. Auto-framing available on select lenses.

[3] 100X Space Zoom includes 10x Optical Zoom and 10x digital zoom with AI Super Resolution technology. Zooming in past 10x may cause some image deterioration.

[4] Expert RAW must be downloaded separately from the Galaxy Store, for free, before use.

[5] Requires optimal connection. Actual speed may vary depending on carrier and user environment.

[6] Wi-Fi 6E network availability may vary by network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection. Will require a Wi-Fi 6E router.

[7] Estimated against the usage profile of an average/typical user. Independently assessed by Strategy Analytics between 2021.12.08–12.20 in USA and UK with pre-release versions of SM-S901, SM-S906, SM-S908 under default setting using 5G Sub6 networks (NOT tested under 5G mmWave network). Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors. The total usage time with fully charged device may vary by usage behavior.

[8] Based on Super Fast Charging results from internal Samsung lab tests, conducted with 45W Travel Adapter while it has 0% of power remaining, with all the services, features and screen turned off. Actual charging speed may vary depending on the actual usage, charging conditions and other factors. 45W Travel Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.

[9] Display measurements are diagonal; the actual viewable area is smaller due to rounded corners and camera hole.

[10] Availability and timing of Android OS upgrades and features may vary by device model. Devices eligible for four generations of Android OS upgrades currently include Galaxy S22 series (S22/S22+/S22 Ultra), S21 series (S21/S21+/S21 Ultra/S21 FE), Z Fold3, Z Flip3, and Tab S8 series (Tab S8/Tab S8+/Tab S8 Ultra).

[11] Samsung Wallet will be supported across all Galaxy S22 series. The Digital ID feature will be available later this year and the boarding pass and access ticket feature will debut in South Korea first after the product release.

[12] Promoter: Samsung Electronics (UK) Limited. UK, Isle of Man, Channel Islands or Republic of Ireland residents (18+ only) and registered companies. Pre order a new Samsung Galaxy S22, S22+ or S22 Ultra between 09/02/2022 –  24/02/2022 from a participating retailer. Claims must be made at www.samsungpromotions.claims/galaxylaunchoffers by 25/04/22. Maximum 1 claim per purchase (max 4 per household) and 250 claims per company participant. See www.samsungpromotions.claims/galaxylaunchoffers for full T&Cs.

[13] ©2022 Disney and its related entities. Promoter: Samsung Electronics (UK) Limited. UK residents 18+ only. The Disney+12 month subscription offer is open to participants who purchase and activate anew Samsung Galaxy S22, S22+, or S22 Ultra. Participant must have a Samsung account and provide details and all other required information into their Samsung account to access the offer on http://www.samsung.com/uk/boost. The 12 month offer is valid from the 9 February 2022 up to and including 22 April2022 (23:59 BST).Once the information is provided into a user’s Samsung account, a Disney+ code shall be available for redemption until 11 June 2023 (by 23:59 BST).The code is a one-off, non-transferable and cannot be exchanged or used for resale. The offer is available to new and returning Disney+ users (users without an active Disney+ subscription). A valid debit or credit card is required, and by redeeming the code participants will be entering into a monthly subscription. Participants can cancel their subscription at any time before the end of the12monthsubscription and not be charged. At the end of the12 month subscription, the credit/debit card will automatically be charged at the then standard price (currently £7.99p/month) unless cancelled. Seewww.samsung.com/uk/boost/disneyplus for full terms and conditions and the privacy policy. Subscription to the Disney+ service is governed by Disney+ Subscriber Agreement and Privacy Policy available atwww.disneyplus.com.

The Listen Tab is designed to offer quick and easy access to Samsung Galaxy customers, allowing them to easily subscribe to their favorite shows. There is also a special curation section within the Listen tab, which will help Galaxy owners see what is new on the platform and trending podcasts which might appeal to them.

In collaboration with Acast and other great podcasting partners, listeners across multiple European countries will be able to have access to top podcasts from major channels and media companies such as CNN, Red Bull, The Guardian and The Economist, among others. The Listen Tab is populated with a huge range of podcast providers for free and without the need for additional subscriptions.

“The expansion of Samsung Free allows us to deliver yet more top entertainment to our customers in a way that is most convenient to them,’ said Richard Jakeman, European Head of Business Development – Smart TV, Mobile and Gaming at Samsung. ‘Without the need to download more apps, and with a simple swiping function to access their libraries, Samsung Galaxy users can personalise their listening with alerts for their favourite shows and subscriptions feeds giving them great flexibility to listen to a wide variety of content on-the-go or in the comfort of their own home”.

Leandro Saucedo, Chief Business & Strategy Officer at Acast, said: “The launch of Samsung Free provides a one-click solution for listeners around the world to find their favorite podcasts, and increases exposure for our creators to millions of potential new fans. For a major household brand like Samsung to show such strong support for podcasting – all within the open ecosystem – is more hugely positive news for the entire industry.”

Samsung Free combines your TV, games, news, and podcasts into a preloaded, lag-less, and costless source of content you can access with a single rightward swipe. To access Samsung Free, upgrade to Android 11 or any Samsung Galaxy Device from 2021 will offer Samsung Free preloaded, while other users including users of Bixby home and Samsung Daily can choose Samsung Free from the Galaxy Store^[1].

Samsung Free Listen tab is now available in the UK, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Spain, France and Italy. For more information about Samsung Free, or the new features in the Listen Tab visit www.samsung.com/uk/apps/samsung-free/.

About Acast:

Acast was founded in 2014 and is one of the most eminent podcast platforms, and a pioneer in the open podcast ecosystem, connecting all podcasting stakeholders to one common software infrastructure.

Through its infrastructure, Acast allows advertisers to efficiently target an engaged audience of listeners through dynamic ad insertion, while podcasters are given access to a range of monetization opportunities and the necessary tools to expand their listener base.

The company has a global footprint across 12 countries and, during 2020, had approximately three billion listens on Acast-connected podcasts. Today, Acast hosts more than 30,000 shows.

Acast’s headquarters are located in Stockholm, Sweden and the Company has nine local subsidiaries including UK, US, Australia, Norway, France, Germany, Ireland, Mexico and Canada.

In recent years, Acast has undergone an expansion with continued strong growth, with net sales increasing from SEK 180 million in 2018 to SEK 592 million in 2020. As a result of Acast’s recent growth initiatives, the number of listens grew from approximately one billion (2018) to three billion (2020). In the second quarter of 2021, Acast had 880 million listens and an organic net sales growth of 130%.

Acast was co-founded by Johan Billgren, its Chief Innovation Officer, and is listed on the Nasdaq First North Premier Growth Market.

Certified Adviser is FNCA Sweden AB, info@fnca.se, +46 (0) 8528 00 399.

[1] Samsung Free is available from P OS

Join Galaxy Unpacked Part 2 on 20^th October 2021 to see how Samsung is opening up new experiences for self-expression through technology. The event will be streamed on Samsung Newsroom UK and on Samsung’s YouTube channel beginning at 15:00 BST.  

Stay tuned to Samsung Newsroom UK for regular updates ahead of the event as well as the latest device information and multimedia resources.

In order to contribute to tackling this global crisis, Samsung Electronics has been devising sustainable ways to respond to climate change across all aspects of its business operations. Read on to learn more about the measures implemented by Samsung that aim to provide everyone with a better, more sustainable, tomorrow.

Renewable Energy Usage Reaches 100% in the U.S., China and Europe
In June 2018, Samsung committed to having all its worksites in the U.S., China and Europe rely exclusively on electricity sourced from renewable sources by 2020. Thanks to the unrelenting efforts put in hereafter, in 2019, 92% of the energy used in these worksites was generated by renewable sources; and in 2020, the company achieved its goal of 100% renewable energy for these worksites. Samsung’s efforts to use renewable energy continue across various other regions around the world, including Korea.

Solar panels at parking lots in Samsung campuses in Suwon and Giheung, Korea

Across various worksites in Korea, Samsung has installed solar and geothermal facilities for renewable energy production. At the company’s Suwon, Giheung and Pyeongtaek campuses, geothermal power generation facilities have been installed across the campuses’ parking lots, buildings, roofs and new construction sites.

In each of its operational regions around the world, Samsung has developed and is implementing specific regional action plans in order to promote renewable energy usage, including Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) purchasing and renewable power purchase agreements (PPA). Some examples of these region-specific action plans are the signing of a renewable energy supply contract with wind and solar power suppliers in India; the purchase of renewable energy certificates in Mexico; and the specific percentages of renewable energy set for the company’s worksites in Brazil.

Eco-Conscious Products for Everyday Life 

In 2008, Samsung Electronics established its corporate Eco-Council and began holding regular meetings across its various business units to support the development of energy-efficient products. By sharing technologies that help reduce energy consumption and follow eco-conscious trends, the company’s many teams have managed to develop products that simultaneously maximise performance and minimise energy consumption. The results achieved through these co-operative initiatives have also been supported by company-wide efforts to develop highly energy-efficient products.

On January 6, Samsung Electronics unveiled its 2021 TV product portfolio at its virtual First Look event, and also announced the company’s latest long-term sustainability programs that include the inclusion of solar cell-powered remote controls and the reduction of product carbon footprints through the use of recycled materials.

Samsung’s 2021 Neo QLEDs will come with a new solar cell-powered remote control that can be recharged through indoor or outdoor lighting, or USB. This innovation will help prevent the wastage of around 99 million AA batteries over the course of seven years of usage^[1].

Samsung is also making efforts to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases throughout the TV product lifecycle through the application of recycled plastics. Samsung has been using recycled materials in the rear covers of their monitors and signage and is now planning to expand their usage into even more components across the company’s visual display product portfolio. Through various efforts including expansion of its Eco-Packaging Design to all 2021 Lifestyle TVs and the majority of the Neo QLED line, Samsung’s Visual Display Business is aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25,000 tons annually, equivalent to the absorption of greenhouse gases by 3.8 million 30-year-old pine trees over the course of a year^[2].

By using Galaxy smartphones everyday, users, too, can help protect the environment. Polyketone, a material that contributes to the reduction of carbon monoxide (greenhouse gas), has been used by Samsung on their Galaxy smartphone and tablet products since 2016. Most recently, in order to reduce the product’s carbon footprint, Samsung applied Polyketone to the side key internal brackets of its Galaxy S21 series.

By pursuing a minimal packaging design and changing the materials used throughout the entire product lifecycle – from manufacturing and distribution through to usage and disposal – Samsung’s Galaxy S21 smartphone have received the ‘Reducing CO₂’ certificate from the Carbon Trust^[3], acknowledging the reduction of greenhouse gases the Galaxy S21 produces compared to the previous model.

In addition, the company has reduced the standby power consumption of its flagship Galaxy smartphones’ chargers since 2012 to press the problem of power waste. In the year since, the company has applied this environmentally conscious enhancement to the chargers of devices throughout its product range, and is currently aiming to reduce the standby power consumption of chargers to zero.

Samsung’s dishwashers DW80R9950UG, DW80R7060UG

As for Samsung’s home appliances, the mission to reduce products’ energy consumption is ongoing. Samsung’s dishwashers are also energy-efficient. In 2021, the DW80R9950UG and DW80R7060UG models sold in the U.S. were included in Energy Star’s 2021 Most Efficient Dishwashers list, satisfying the criteria of annual energy use of less than 240 kWh per year and water consumption less than 3.2 gallons per cycle for standard-sized models. This translates to 67 kWh per year in energy savings and 387 gallons per year in water savings compared to a conventional product.

In the company’s Semiconductor business, remarkable sustainable progress has also been made. A total of nine key memory products – four DRAM solutions, three solid state drives (SSDs) and two embedded storage (eStorage) devices – have received the Carbon Trust’s Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) certification. In addition to this, the 512GB eUFS 3.1 has been recognised with the semiconductor industry’s first Reducing CO₂ label.

Samsung has also been making efforts towards sustainability right from the manufacturing stage of packaging materials for the Portable SSD T7 Touch by developing an eco-friendly pulp material to replace plastic tray components. By using one-third less tray packaging, replacing the plastic trays with eco-friendly pulp material and minimising greenhouse gas emissions throughout its production, the company saved approximately 84 tons of carbon.

Receiving Accolades and Acknowledgement for Eco-Efficiency

Six Samsung refrigerator models sold in the U.S. have been awarded the 2020 ENERGY STAR Emerging Technology Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Every year, the EPA, through its ENERGY STAR Program, chooses one or two innovative technologies for their Emerging Technology Award. In 2020, the awards recognised six Samsung refrigerator models that successfully met three strict performance criteria: (1) super-efficient compressors; (2) low greenhouse gas blowing agents for their insulation; (3) low greenhouse gas refrigerants. Samsung digital inverter compressors use around 30% less energy than single-speed induction motor compressors, and thus also help contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Samsung will continue to monitor the ongoing climate change situation and pursue energy-efficient products and manufacturing processes in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote the usage of renewable energies.

The company will also continue to pursue its policies of increasing energy efficiency and minimising the usage of resources so that its users can rest assured that they are doing their part to help mitigate climate change with products that require low electricity and provide high performance.

[1] Based on internal research.

[2] 7 years is the average lifecycle of TV products.

[3] The Carbon Trust is an accredited non-profit certification body established by the British government in 2001 to award the Carbon Footprint Certification to eco-friendly products and services after a comprehensive assessment of the carbon emissions produced throughout the entire production cycle of the product.

Galaxy Note20 Series – The most powerful Note series yet, a productivity powerhouse that works like a computer and lets users game like a pro.

Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7+ – Combining the capability of a PC, the flexibility of a tablet, and the connectivity of a smartphone, empowering users to get more done in less time.

Galaxy Watch3 – A next-generation companion for managing routines, beating fitness goals, and keeping track of everyday health and wellbeing.

Galaxy Buds Live – The newest edition of true wireless earbuds in a sleek and innovative design, like nothing that’s been seen or worn before.

Introducing KXtras

Guests tempted by the new range can now benefit from additional perks with KXtras. This exciting new incentive programme rewards every purchase at Samsung KX with exclusive gifts, offers and experiences.

• Bespoke gifts – From reusable water bottles to yoga mats and stylish cookbook stands, enjoy a range of premium gifts that complement the device purchased
• Priority event access – Be the first¹ to hear about a range of physical and virtual events hosted by Samsung KX throughout the year
• Bespoke Setup Service – Book a one-to-one appointment for device setup, full switchover and tutorial on the latest features tailored to the user’s needs
• Complimentary beverages – Enjoy a celebratory glass of champagne or soft drink with every purchase

Click & Collect

For added convenience, those living within a 30-mile radius can also take advantage of the new Click & Collect service on the Galaxy Note20 devices, exclusive to Samsung KX. Orders placed through Samsung.com/uk will be available to collect from the space the following day² at no extra cost.

The new Galaxy Note20 devices will be available to pre-order from 5^th August with collection from Samsung KX available from 21^st August. Additional devices will be available for Click & Collect in the coming weeks.

For full terms and conditions and FAQs visit the Samsung UK eStore.

To learn more about the diverse range of events and experiences on offer, visit Samsung KX at London’s Coal Drops Yard, or online at www.samsung.com/uk/kx

^{1 Customers must opt in to receiving Samsung KX marketing}

^{2 Orders must be placed by 6pm to qualify for next day collection}

On 7th August, Samsung Electronics will unveil new devices designed to take the Galaxy ecosystem’s connectivity to the next level.

The reveal will take place at the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event in New York.

Live streaming of the event will be available at www.news.samsung.com/uk, www.samsungmobilepress.com, www.samsung.com/uk/galaxy and www.samsung.com/uk.