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				<title>Samsung Pay and Nedbank Are Making South Africans  See Money Differently</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2020 19:29:07 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 15 April, 2020 – The rate of adoption of Samsung Pay continues to prove that South Africans are embracing new digital solutions to]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 15 April, 2020 – The rate of adoption of <a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/samsung-pay/">Samsung Pay</a> continues to prove that South Africans are embracing new digital solutions to transact. The 2 million transactions milestone was reached by Samsung Pay in February 2020, clearly indicating the evolving consumer need. Additionally, the importance of contactless payments has been put into sharper focus recently as a preferred method of payment. This secure and simple digital wallet allows you to use your cards instead of cash and do contactless payments almost anywhere on compatible Samsung devices. Nedbank customers can now also enrol their Visa, Mastercard and American Express cards into Samsung Pay.</p>
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<p>“We are pleased to welcome Nedbank to the Samsung Pay platform. This is a collaboration that will connect even more people to our innovative and secure technology. The momentum is now firmly in favour of the country’s most widely accepted contactless payment system. Samsung Pay will support millions of South Africans need for additional uses of digital systems and their mobile devices. As part of this roll out we have also extended the offering to our mass devices such as the A30s making it available to even more people,” says Justin Hume, Director: Integrated Mobility at Samsung South Africa.</p>
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<p>Samsung Pay, a secure and simple digital wallet instantly gives supported Galaxy Phones and Wearables the functionality of bank and loyalty cards, that can be used almost anywhere, you can swipe or tap a card. The Samsung Knox technology built into your device constantly monitors your phone to keep your information safe. Every transaction uses an encrypted digital token for added security, so your actual card number is never used during a transaction and your token information is encrypted in a separate and secure data vault at all times.</p>
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<p>“As the world becomes increasingly digitised, consumers’ expectations from banks have changed. Client expect their banking solutions to be as easy and seamless and mirror their experiences on other platforms. Therefore, as a financial services institution that strives to offer seamless, easy and safe payments mechanisms we have made Samsung Pay available to our customers. Through such collaborations, we are able to deliver a convenient banking solution, and share the vision of seeing money differently with every client.” says Chipo Mushwana, Divisional Executive of Emerging Payments at Nedbank.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung Pay can be downloaded, for free, from the Google Play store or Galaxy Store depending on your Galaxy device. Once you load your bank cards, paying is always just a quick tap away. It’s convenience and safety on the go.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;">* Samsung Pay can be used with the<a href="https://www.samsung.com/za/samsung-pay/"> following devices</a>: Galaxy Note 10+, Note 10, Note10 Lite, Note 9, Note 8, Galaxy Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, S20 Ultra, S20+, S20, S10+, S10, S10e, S9/S9+, S8/S8+, S7/S7 edge, A71, A51, A9, A80, A8, A70, A7 (2017), A5 (2017), A30s, Galaxy Watch, Galaxy Watch Active 2, Galaxy Watch Active, Gear S3 and Gear Sport Watch.</span></p>
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				<title>Samsung Pay Launched On Samsung Wearables</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[  JOHANNESBURG, South Africa –  13 December, 2018 – An unprecedented level of convenience has arrived and the timing couldn’t be better. The Samsung]]></description>
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<p><strong>JOHANNESBURG, South Africa –  13 December, 2018 –</strong> An unprecedented level of convenience has arrived and the timing couldn’t be better. The Samsung Wearable range brings together the best of Samsung’s Galaxy ecosystem with long-lasting battery life, wellness capabilities and personalised design. With the addition of Samsung Pay to the functionality, there is now a sophisticated level of convenience which South Africans will undoubtedly enjoy.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“The Galaxy Watch, Gear S3 and Gear Sport were designed for connected lifestyles. They’re all born out of Samsung’s relentless pursuit of innovation that makes life better. With the addition of Samsung Pay customers can do so much more and do it effortlessly. It’s a quicker, simpler and safer way to pay says Cambridge Mokanyane, Chief Marketing Officer at Samsung South Africa.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung Pay has brought South Africans a new level of convenience and security when making contactless mobile payments. Its application into the Wearable range amplifies the many features that make them an instant must-have.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Samsung Galaxy Watch</strong> is already designed to match your lifestyle. It is a refined smartwatch with an aesthetically pleasing design, military grade durability, cohesive user interface and a battery that can last for days. You can go with a 42mm Midnight Black and Rose Gold or the 46mm Silver design.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>The Gear Sport</strong> is all about getting motivated to move more, eat better, and live a healthier life. The Gear Sport tracks your fitness and diet, keeping you on the right path to reach your goals. And it’s as stylish as it is functional.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>The Gear S3</strong> has the aesthetics of a truly premium watch with advanced features built right into the watch design. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s so easy and effortless to use it. You only have to turn the bezel to respond to calls, read messages or go to that app you need.</p>
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<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Using Samsung Pay on your Samsung Wearable is simple:          </strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
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<li>On your Samsung smartphone, launch the Galaxy Wearable app</li>
<li>Tap OPEN SAMSUNG PAY and follow the on-screen instructions to complete your card registration. This is a one-time process.</li>
<li>To make a payment with your Samsung Watch, press and hold the Back key for around 1 second</li>
<li>Scroll through the cards list, select a card and tap PAY</li>
<li>Place your Samsung Watch close to the NFC card reader to make a payment</li>
<li>All Samsung Pay compatible wearables will only support NFC and not the MST technology which is also available on Samsung Pay compatible smartphones.</li>
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<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>The Samsung wearables are also compatible with other non-Samsung* Android Smartphones, now offering the convenience of Samsung Pay to a much larger audience.</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>The Galaxy Watch, Gear S3 and Gear Sport bring users all the benefits from the Galaxy Ecosystem, creating a seamless experience and now with Samsung Pay life just got a lot easier.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;"><sup><em><a><strong>*Check compatibility list for supported non-Samsung smartphones.</strong></a></em></sup></span></p>
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				<title>Samsung Launches Gear S3 in South Africa</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2016 17:18:13 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[Samsung Electronics South Africa has announced the official launch of the striking and innovative Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch. The cutting-edge timepiece]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Samsung Electronics South Africa has announced the official launch of the striking and innovative Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch. The cutting-edge timepiece combines timeless aesthetics with the latest in mobile technology and is available in two designs – the rugged Gear S3 frontier and the modern, sleek Gear S3 classic.<br />
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“A significant addition to Samsung’s smartwatch portfolio, inspiration for the Gear S3 was drawn from classic watch manufacturers, in order to offer consumers a premium timepiece,” said Craige Fleischer, Director of Integrated Mobility at Samsung Electronics South Africa.<br />
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<b>Timeless Design and Enhanced Standalone Convenience</b><br />
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Both the Gear S3 frontier and Gear S3 classic take inspiration from traditional watchmakers, offering refinements in design, including Samsung’s trademark sleek circular bezel and carefully-crafted details on the face of the watch. Consumers can customise the watch and switch the changeable 22mm wristband to fit their personal style. It also supports Always On analog display, so the face always shows the time, instead of automatically fading to black.<br />
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Delivering the latest in mobile technology, the Gear S3 is IP68* water and dust resistant. Equipped with a built-in GPS, as well as the S Health, Alti/barometer and Speedometer apps, users can track daily fitness activities, outdoor conditions that range from altitude and atmospheric pressure to sudden changes in weather, as well as speed and distance travelled. In addition, the long-lasting battery is effective for up to four days on a single charge.<br />
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“The Gear S3 has the aesthetics of a truly premium wearable device with advanced features built right into the design. It feels natural on your wrist, like a normal watch, but it is capable of so much more. The immensely intelligent Gear S3 is a testament to our focus on evolving and leading the wearable category, ultimately delivering a smartwatch unlike any other on the market,” concludes Fleischer.<br />
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The Gear S3 is currently available in South Africa, mainly through Samsung stores and Dion Wired.<br />
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Recommended Retail Price (RRP): R 6499.00<b> </b><br />
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<b>Samsung Gear S3 Product Specification</b></p>
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<td colspan="2" width="440"><b>Samsung Gear S3</b></td>
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<td width="213"><b>Gear S3 frontier</b></td>
<td width="213"><b>Gear S3 classic</b></td>
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<td width="136"><b>Model</b></td>
<td width="213"><i>Bluetooth®</i></td>
<td width="213"><i>Bluetooth®</i></td>
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<td width="136"><b>Display</b></td>
<td colspan="2" width="440">1.3” Circular Super AMOLED</p>
<p>360 x 360, 278ppi</p>
<p>Full Color Always On Watch</p>
<p>Corning® Gorilla® Glass SR+</td>
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<td width="136"><b>AP</b></td>
<td colspan="2" width="440">Dual core 1.0 GHz</td>
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<td width="136"><b>OS</b></td>
<td colspan="2" width="440">Tizen Based Wearable Platform 2.3.1</td>
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<td width="136"><b>Size</b></td>
<td width="213">46 x 49 x 12.9</p>
<p>63g (without band)</td>
<td width="213">46 x 49 x 12.9</p>
<p>59g (without band)</td>
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<td width="136"><b>Band</b></td>
<td width="213">22mm</td>
<td width="213">22mm</td>
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<td width="136"><b>Memory</b></td>
<td colspan="2" width="440">4GB Internal memory, 768MB RAM</td>
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<td width="136"><b>Connectivity</b></td>
<td width="213">3G/LTE, <i>Bluetooth®</i> 4.2, Wi-Fi b/g/n, NFC, MST, GPS/Glonass</td>
<td width="213"><i>Bluetooth®</i> 4.2, Wi-Fi b/g/n,</p>
<p>NFC, MST, GPS/Glonass</td>
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<td width="136"><b>Sensor</b></td>
<td colspan="2" width="440">Accelerometer, Gyro, Barometer, HRM, Ambient light</td>
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<td width="136"><b>Battery</b></td>
<td colspan="2" width="440">380mAh</td>
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<td width="136"><b>Charge</b></td>
<td colspan="2" width="440">Wireless charging (WPC Inductive)</td>
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<td width="136"><b>Durability</b></td>
<td colspan="2" width="440">IP68 water &amp; dust resistance</td>
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<p><i>*Dust and water resistance based on IP68 rating which tests submersion up to 5 feet for up to 30 minutes.</i><br />
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<i>All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.</i> <i>Battery performance may vary depending on network conditions and configuration, or device usage.</i></p>
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