Samsung Expands Holistic Ecosystem of Products and Services for Consumers in Singapore

Samsung Expands Holistic Ecosystem of Products and Services for Consumers in Singapore

Samsung seeks to provide a holistic mobile device experience for consumers, through building a galaxy of services and experiences on top of its portfolio of innovative products

Singapore, 10 August 2016 – Samsung Electronics Singapore continues to demonstrate its
connected ecosystem of products and value-added services that aims to enhance the everyday mobile usage experience of Samsung customers in Singapore. Following the launch of the new Galaxy Note7, the ecosystem of Samsung products and series of additional services are a key part of Samsung’s ongoing strategy to provide Samsung customers with a more seamless mobile experience and greater convenience in the use of their Samsung devices.

“The holistic mobile device experience is what our customers are seeking beyond hardware and software innovation. Consumers today are looking for ways to add value and convenience to their everyday lives,” said Eugene Goh, Vice President, IT & Mobile, Samsung Electronics Singapore. “At Samsung, we are committed to building and expanding this ecosystem of devices and services that elevates the consumer mobile experience, and our goal is to provide the all-rounded mobile experience that consumers desire.”

The Expanding Samsung Product Ecosystem

Samsung continues to push the boundaries of hardware, software and services to create devices that are designed to improve how consumers connect, share, organize and get more out of life. With every device, Samsung is redefining what is possible, beyond hardware and software innovation, by pushing the limits of today’s technology. Through the introduction of a constellation of seamless mobile experiences, Samsung is giving a new definition to consumers’ overall mobile experience.

With Samsung’s ecosystem of connected products, the functionality of the newly launched Galaxy Note7 is extended beyond just a smartphone to include Samsung’s extensive range of products and services. Anchored on the Galaxy Note7, the ecosystem complements the highly connected lifestyles of consumers who are always on the go and is designed to let them do more and get more out of life, be it for Fitness, Entertainment or Travel.

Your Fitness Buddy – Galaxy Note7, Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX

With the Galaxy Note7, Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX, staying fit has never been easier. The Gear Fit2 and Gear IconX help users keep track of the performance of their workouts, where they can easily sync and transfer their fitness data to their Galaxy Note7 via the S Health1 app. The devices are also designed with durability in mind to withstand users’ rigorous workouts – the Galaxy Note7 and the Gear Fit2 are both equipped with IP682

IconX is equipped with P2i Nano Coating making it Sweat and Splash Resistant3 -certified water and dust resistant capabilities, while the Gear

Your Mobile Entertainer – Galaxy Note7, Gear VR4 and Level On Wireless

Users can now level up their mobile entertainment experience with the Galaxy Note7, Gear VR and Level On Wireless, where they can enjoy ultra-immersive 360° VR gaming and unprecedented cinematic experience with top video contents from Netflix5 Original TV series and films, YouTubeTM, as well as games such as End ready, the Galaxy Note7 provides users with a cinema-like experience with brighter Space. As the first smartphone that is High Dynamic Range6 colours and a deeper black, ensuring the most fulfilling movie experience. The Level On Wireless headphones with its powerful acoustics coupled with the Active Noise Cancellation technology, delivers exceptionally clear sound with full dynamic range and powerful bass no matter where you are.

Your Travel Companion – Galaxy Note7, Lens Kit, Gear 360 and Gear VR

Users can capture and re-live their travel memories with the Galaxy Note7, Lens Kit, Gear 360 and Gear VR. The Galaxy Note7 sports a camera equipped with 1.4μm pixel dual-pixel technology with wide f1.7 aperture that makes capturing fleeting moments a breeze, while the Lens Kit comes with a 108° Wide-Angle Lens and a Telephoto Lens with 2x Optical Zoom to give users more ways to capture their enjoyable moments during their travel. With the Gear 360, users can capture 360° videos and photos that let them re-live those beautiful moments fully on their Gear VR.

The Evolution of Samsung Service Ecosystem

The innovation and excitement around smartphones is no longer just about the hardware, but also about the overall experience for consumers. Samsung is also focused on building an ecosystem of services that will redefine the experiences that consumers can have. With the Galaxy Note7, consumers can look forward to a vast range of services to accompany the best smartphone yet, which will add flexibility and convenience to their lives.

Unrivalled Security with Samsung Knox

Samsung is committed to ensuring the security of its customers’ content and data on its devices, which is of utmost importance given the ever-expanding role and significance of smartphones in consumers’ lives. With the new Galaxy Note7, consumers can be assured of an advanced and unrivalled secured experience in their mobile use. In addition to fingerprint scanning, it is also equipped with the new iris recognition7 authentication system that can be used to unlock the home screen, sign in easily to websites8 and securely authenticate Samsung Pay to make quick and easy mobile payments9 almost anywhere10 that debit cards or credit cards are accepted. The iris recognition technology can also be used to unlock the Secure Folder, a separate folder that adds an extra layer of security to keep private and personal information safe. These solutions are built on Samsung Knox, an award-winning11 defence-grade security platform that is built into both the hardware and software of Samsung’s latest devices, including the Galaxy Note7, to provide a new level of security and user confidence.

24/7 Samsung Remote Management

With Remote Management, Samsung users can now get connected to our Samsung Service Consultants conveniently and instantly at any time of the day via 1800- SAMSUNG. The Consultants can guide users on how to use the Galaxy Note7 features, perform data transfer, software updates and learn new tips to optimise the device performance. Alternatively, users can access Remote Management through the Smart Tutor app, which can be downloaded from Google PlayTM or accessed via mySamsung app which will be preloaded in the recently unveiled Galaxy Note7.

Samsung Concierge

Samsung Concierge is specially conceived to fulfil the needs of local consumers seeking to get more out of their Galaxy smartphones, through value-added smartphone services offering added assurance, stronger protection and all-round convenience. The service includes benefits such as yearly upgrade, on-site servicing/repair, discounted repairs and data switching assistance. Available for purchase at the price of $38 (inclusive of GST) with the Samsung Galaxy S7 4G+ and/or S7 edge 4G+ as well as the recently unveiled Galaxy Note7, the service is a key part of Samsung’s ongoing strategy to build a holistic ecosystem of services for consumers on top of its portfolio of innovative products. [More information on Samsung Concierge’s exclusive offerings can be found in Appendix A]


mySamsung

A single destination ownership programme for Samsung customers, mySamsung provides offers all-rounded assistance to customers via a mobile app. Customers who are new to Samsung or upgrading from another device can turn to mySamsung for guides on easy onboarding and set-up – such as learning how to migrate their data onto their Samsung device with Smart Switch and securing their phone with Find myMobile. The app also allows quick and easy warranty registration for peace of mind.

With the mySamsung app, customers can email, call or live chat with Samsung Service Consultants, locate their nearest Samsung Service Centres and even check the status of the repair or servicing for their devices. Users can also receive diagnostic alerts, and access tips and tricks on optimising the various features on their phones via the app.

Customers can also look forward to enjoying privileges and experiences through mySamsung, such as anniversary treats and exclusive event invites. They can also be the first to learn about Samsung promotions and news related to their device, such as Samsung Pay for the Galaxy Note7. In the pipeline, Samsung customers will be able to enjoy cash rebates while shopping on the move.

Find myMobile

With Find myMobile, customers can safely secure their phone and need not worry about their content and data being compromised should they lose their device. Key functions such as Lock my device and Wipe my device allows users to minimise the possibility of their personal information becoming public by providing them with the option to lock or wipe their device remotely. Users can also locate their lost device by using the Locate my device and Ring my device functions, increasing the chances of their device being found.

1 Not intended for clinical or medical use, including diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, alleviation, compensation, cure, prevention or mitigation of any disease, ailment, defect, injury or other conditions.

2 Dust and Water Resistant (IP68 rating) means that the device is protected against entry of solid foreign objects and harmful ingress of water at up to 1.5 metres, for up to 30 minutes, under certain defined test conditions. According to accredited test results; individual results may vary. Note: IP68 rating does not mean that the device is waterproof.

3 Sweat and splash resistant means the device is protected against harmful ingress of moisture such as perspiration and splashes of water under normal non-water sports and everyday use. Note: This does not mean that the device is waterproof or water resistant.

4 Not recommended for children under 13 years, please see doctor before use if pregnant, elderly and/ or there are heart, epileptic or other medical conditions. Detailed health and safety warnings apply, please see https://oculus.com/warnings.

5 Netflix subscription required.

6 Dependent on video services available.

7 Iris Scanner may be unable to read your iris under certain conditions, including where you are wearing certain types of glasses or coloured contact lenses.

8 Only available via default Samsung internet browser.

9 Service which includes iris scanning as mode of payment authentication will be available later this quarter (Q3, 2016), and on the Samsung Galaxy Note7 only.

10 Availability almost anywhere is based on compatibility of Samsung Pay on MST and/or NFC payment terminals, with some supported for use only after software upgrades. Samsung Pay is exclusive to selected Samsung Galaxy smartphones only, and available across all participating payment networks, banks, and merchants. Availability may vary, please check www.samsung.com/sg/samsungpay for updates.

11 Samsung Knox received the most “Strong” ratings of any mobile security platform in the report “Mobile Device Security: A Comparison of Platforms”, from Gartner, Inc. The report, published on April 6, 2016, compared the core OS security features built into twelve mobile device platforms as well as enterprise management capabilities. Source: “Mobile Device Security: A Comparison of Platforms”, Gartner, Inc. (6 April 2016)

12 Devices need to be synchronised manually.

P2i is a trademark of P2i Limited. Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc. All other company, product and service names mentioned herein are marks, trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of the respective owners.

APPENDIX A

Exclusive Offerings of Samsung Concierge

Samsung Concierge provides all-round convenience for Galaxy smartphone users, and will include five different elements worth up to $960 available exclusively for customers who purchase the Samsung Concierge Service.

New Phone Yearly

Customers can get a new Samsung Galaxy smartphone every year just by returning the Samsung Galaxy smartphone bought with Samsung Concierge from the 12th month onwards. Customers who purchase with contract can enjoy an early upgrade fee waiver (worth up to $350). Customers who purchase without contract can enjoy $350 off their next Galaxy smartphone.

All-Round Convenience

Customers will receive a complimentary one-time on-site personalized assistance and repair right at their doorstep (worth up to $110), for use in the first 12 months from the date of purchase of their Galaxy smartphone.

Greater Coverage with 50% Off on Out-of-warranty Repairs

Customers can enjoy a one-time 50% discount on any out-of-warranty repairs such as cracked screen and liquid damages (worth up to $500 in value), during the first 12 months from the date of purchase of their Galaxy smartphone.

Total Assurance with 30-day 1-to-1 Exchange

Customers can benefit from the 30-day exchange promise, where a 1-to-1 exchange will be provided in the first month from the date of purchase if they experience any functional defects with their Galaxy smartphone.

Hassle-Free Data Transfer

Customers can enjoy dedicated assistance from Customer Service Consultants on data transfer when switching to a new Galaxy smartphone, using Samsung Smart Switch.

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