{"id":87565,"date":"2026-09-14T10:00:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T14:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/?p=87565"},"modified":"2026-09-14T12:11:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T16:11:39","slug":"samsung-debuts-switchers-campaign-with-to-help-americans-remove-emotional-barriers-behind-switching-smartphones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-debuts-switchers-campaign-help-americans-work-through-feelings-switching\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung Debuts \u2018Switchers\u2019 Campaign to Help Americans Remove Emotional Barriers Behind Switching Smartphones"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Let\u2019s face it: it\u2019s hard to let go, even when you know something better exists. Whether it&#8217;s a relationship, a routine, or the technology we use every day, people often stick with what they know because leaving feels harder than staying.<\/p>\n<p>Samsung\u2019s new campaign, \u201cSwitchers\u201d featuring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-z\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy Z series<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">S series<\/a> explores the emotional barriers that keep many consumers from making the leap to something new. Led by renowned clinical psychologist, <strong>Dr. Orna Guralnik<\/strong>, the campaign takes a lighthearted approach to examine why familiarity is often mistaken for compatibility, drawing a parallel between navigating modern relationships and considering a new smartphone.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"FF8 Switchers Ciara Dylan Duo Bedrot\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MXKoROfqeeo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"FF8 Switchers Ciara Dylan Duo\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_ZCUjp4ZYF0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Through a series of branded spots and social content, Dr. Orna helps uncover the mindset behind switching, from fear of change and perceived friction to brand loyalty and uncertainty \u2014 to the dynamics of the ever-important group chat. Rather than asking people to commit to something new, the campaign invites consumers to do something much simpler: be curious, and start a conversation with those closest to you.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"embedded recommended recommended-post\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"embedded-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card-badge\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Recommended News<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"recommended-card\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-galaxy-offers-users-additional-ways-communicate-between-ecosystems\/\" class=\"recommended-news\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/08155032\/Z-Series-268x178.png\" alt=\"Samsung Galaxy Offers Users Additional Ways to Communicate Between Ecosystems\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"details-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"post-category\">Mobile<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4>Samsung Galaxy Offers Users Additional Ways to Communicate Between Ecosystems<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"article-body\">\n<p>\u201cThere\u2019s something very human about sticking with what feels familiar, even when another option might better fit our needs,\u201d said Dr. Orna. \u201cCuriosity doesn&#8217;t mean you&#8217;re unhappy or disloyal. It simply means you&#8217;re willing to explore what else might be out there. Often, that&#8217;s the first step toward meaningful change.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In the campaign spots, Dr. Orna sits down with authentic talent pairs who have real relationships\u2014 including pop culture personalities <strong>Ciara Miller<\/strong> and <strong>Dylan Efron<\/strong>; reality TV fan favorites <strong>Carl Schmidt<\/strong> and <strong>Aniya Harvey<\/strong>; and football legends <strong>Nick Foles <\/strong>and <strong>Clay Matthews<\/strong> \u2014 to unpack the emotional and playful side of switching smartphones as they consider Samsung\u2019s latest foldables.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"FF8 Switchers Nick Clay Duo Jersey\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wfm6-ycILe0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"FF8 Switchers Nick Clay Duo Blindspot\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/50xFvqFdXgY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Outside of the therapy waiting room, Samsung is already seeing signs that consumers \u00a0are looking beyond the familiar. <strong>30% of Galaxy Z Flip8 buyers are switching from a competing smartphone brand since launch<\/strong>. And both Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra are drawing a higher share of competitive switchers than Z Fold7, accounting for <strong>23% and 12% of buyers<\/strong>, respectively.<\/p>\n<p>Samsung\u2019s new Galaxy Z series includes three foldable designs: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-z-fold8-ultra\/buy\/galaxy-z-fold8-ultra-256gb-unlocked-sku-sm-f976uzvaxaa\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra<\/a> for ultimate productivity, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-z-fold8\/buy\/galaxy-z-fold8-512gb-unlocked-sku-sm-f971ulvexaa\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Z Fold8<\/a> for versatile viewing, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-z-flip8\/buy\/galaxy-z-flip8-256gb-unlocked-sku-sm-f776uzkaxaa\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Z Flip8<\/a> for compact creativity, offering users more ways to find the experience that works for them.<\/p>\n<p>Switching has also never been easier with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/switch-to-galaxy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smart Switch<\/a>, Samsung\u2019s data transfer app. It allows users switching from iOS or Android to Galaxy to bring existing data across devices \u2014 including your contacts, photos, videos, messages, apps, settings, and more.<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a> Once setup on the new device, you can message using RCS. It allows for seamless communication across ecosystems, so you can enjoy modern chat features, share high resolution images and videos,<a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a> and so much more.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"FF8 Switchers Aniya Carl Duo Therapy Puppets\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FREFEqaX2BY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"FF8 Switchers Aniya Carl Duo Shirtless\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2ojJQLisUDg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor many people, switching smartphones can feel like a big decision, but we\u2019ve found it is more emotional than technical. The relationship we have with our phones is deeply personal \u2013 they hold our memories, connect us to the people we love, and are part of how we navigate our everyday lives\u201d said Keena Grigsby, Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President, Mobile eXperience at Samsung Electronics America. \u201c\u2019Switchers\u2019 with Dr. Orna brings that insight to life through humor, empathy, and real conversations you\u2019d have with a partner, teammate or friend to help unpack what\u2019s holding people back. It can be easy to stay with what you know \u2013 even if there is something better out there. This campaign shows just how simple switching is, and invites consumers to discover all that the Galaxy Z series has to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the creative ad spots launching today, Samsung is teaming up with Spotify to launch <strong>Switch Mix<\/strong>, a custom branded playlist inspired by the emotions that come with considering something new.<\/p>\n<div class=\"embedded product-module\">\n\t\t<a id=\"product-module-0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-z-fold8\/buy\/galaxy-z-fold8-256gb-unlocked-sku-sm-f971ulvaxaa\/\" title=\"Galaxy Z Series \" class=\"snr-article_product-image\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/27101623\/Z-Series-2026.png\" alt=\"Galaxy Z Series \">\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<p>Curated as a musical journey through curiosity, temptation, experimentation, and ultimately embracing change, the playlist invites listeners to explore the possibility of switching \u2014 without telling them they have to. Bringing the spirit of Dr. Orna\u2019s \u201cSwitchers\u201d to life through music, <strong>Switch Mix<\/strong> encourages listeners to lean into curiosity, challenge the familiar, and discover what\u2019s on the other side of change.<\/p>\n<p>Listen to <strong>Switch Mix <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/2xm5jtu2jkzW6vduWrSFQo?si=46dc73f6d47c483e&amp;nd=1&amp;dlsi=748c22bbeb254148\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a> starting today and see how easy it is to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/switch-to-galaxy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">make the switch<\/a> to Galaxy at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/switch-to-galaxy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\">1<\/a> Requires Smart Switch and iPhone running iOS26.6 or later. Transferable device data includes photos stored on phone, Apple Passwords, embedded eSIMs. See https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/owners\/app\/smart-switch for more information.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\">2<\/a> Image quality may vary. Within Google Messages, select the HD option in the image preview and choose &#8220;Original quality&#8221; to send higher resolution images.\u201d<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New Galaxy Z series campaign partners with renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Orna Guralnik to encourage people to explore something new<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":92,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[29720,29718],"tags":[25940,30090,30027,40,126],"blue-badge":[],"class_list":["post-87565","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-product-mobile","category-product","tag-galaxy","tag-galaxy-s-series","tag-galaxy-z-series","tag-mobile","tag-smartphone"],"acf":{"turn_off_retargeting":false},"fimg_mobile_url":"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/14001853\/ORNA_PR-600x600.jpg","fimg_url":"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/14001853\/ORNA_PR-424x283.jpg","primary_category":{"term_id":29720,"name":"Mobile","slug":"product-mobile","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":29720,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":29718,"count":1042,"filter":"raw","term_link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/category\/product\/product-mobile\/","term_path":"product\/product-mobile"},"badge":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/87565","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/92"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=87565"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/87565\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":87595,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/87565\/revisions\/87595"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=87565"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=87565"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=87565"},{"taxonomy":"blue-badge","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blue-badge?post=87565"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}