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Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Reportedly Facing Price Hikes in Korea Starting October 1
Key points
- Galaxy S26 series prices may increase by about $100 in Korea.
- The price hikes are reportedly effective starting October 1.
- Rising component costs and Apple's price increases are cited as reasons.
- Samsung states that no official decision has been finalized.
Reported Price Increases
According to a report from Hans Economy, Samsung's Galaxy S26 series smartphones are expected to see price increases in Korea. The base Galaxy S26 could rise from approximately $930 to $1,040, the S26+ from $1,077 to $1,188, and the S26 Ultra from $1,334 to $1,444. These changes are reportedly scheduled to take effect on October 1.
Context of the Price Adjustments
The potential price hikes follow the Galaxy S26 series' launch in February, where the base and S26+ models already saw slight price bumps, while the Ultra remained at its previous price. The reported increases are attributed to two primary factors: the ongoing rise in component costs for manufacturing smartphones and recent price adjustments made by Apple for its iPhone models.
Samsung's Response
In response to the report, Samsung issued a statement indicating that "nothing has been finalized" regarding price increases for the Galaxy S26 series. The company acknowledged that it is internally reviewing price adjustments due to cost burdens, such as rising component prices, but confirmed that no official notice has been sent out.
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A new report indicates that Samsung plans to increase the prices of its Galaxy S26 series smartphones in Korea by approximately $100, effective October 1. This potential price adjustment is attributed to rising component costs and recent price hikes by competitors like Apple.