Thursday, 11 April 2024

Prices of the #GalaxyS24 series in South Africa vs the rest of the world

The pricing of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series has caused a stir globally, with variations seen across different countries. Interestingly, South Africa has found itself at the higher end of the pricing spectrum compared to countries like the US, UK, Australia, and Germany.

Surprisingly, France stands out as having even higher prices for the Samsung Galaxy S24+ and S24 Ultra than South Africa.

Samsung unveiled its latest Galaxy S24 series at the prestigious Unpacked event held in San Jose, California, on January 17, 2024. The highlight of this launch was the introduction of Galaxy AI, a feature exclusive to the Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24, and S24+.

 Galaxy AI brings innovative functionalities like a face-to-face interpreter, live translation for calls, and Google-powered Circle To Search, enhancing user experiences.

In terms of design, the Galaxy S24 series maintains a striking resemblance to its predecessor while incorporating subtle enhancements. 

The flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra boasts a titanium-built body and an upgraded Gorilla Glass Victus, setting it apart from its counterparts with a matte finish and aluminium frame.

For hardware specifications, the South African versions of the S24 and S24+ are equipped with Samsung's Exynos 2400 processor and 256GB of storage. 

The disparity in pricing worldwide reflects the diverse market demands and economic factors influencing smartphone purchases.