The latest smartphones from Samsung Electronics, the 'Galaxy Z Fold 7' and 'Galaxy Z Flip 7,' will start being available for activation from the 22nd. Pre-orders were conducted from the 15th to the 21st, with SK Telecom, KT, and LG Uplus all preparing various benefits and promotions.
SK Telecom noted that approximately 66% of the pre-order volume for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 was for the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Customers in their 30s and 40s made up more than 60% of total pre-order subscribers. SKT provides up to 1.68 million won in benefits when using affiliate cards and has also launched the 'T All Care Plus Damage F7' insurance product to alleviate customer burdens. Additionally, through the 'New Galaxy AI Club' program, customers can receive up to 500,000 OK Cashback points for device changes after two years. Customers purchasing the Galaxy Z Fold 7 can enjoy various benefits such as discounts at 'Tidamung Store' and discounts on the Galaxy Watch 8 series.
KT has provided pre-order customers with the opportunity to reclaim 50% of the retail price through the 'Early Reimbursement' program, adding further benefits with trade-in discounts for pre-owned phones, allowing purchases at a more discounted price over 24 months. Additionally, by utilizing affiliate cards such as the 'KT Super DC Lotte Card' and 'KT Installment Plus KB Kookmin Card', customers can receive approximately 1.1 million won in communication fees or device discounts over 24 months. KT is also offering the '365 Phone Care' service, which supports phishing and hacking reimbursements, as well as phone replacement and repair assistance, while providing data and smart device discount benefits to 5G subscribers through the 'Y Dum' program.
LG Uplus is providing 'AI subscription service benefits' and offering the 'Yudok Pick AI' product for free. It also provides cashback benefits to customers who purchase through long-term installment plans using affiliate cards. LG Uplus supports customers comprehensively, from device replacements to unlimited repair reimbursements, through the 'New Galaxy AI Subscription Club with Device Replacement Pass' program. Furthermore, an AI calling app 'ixi-O' with 'anti-deep voice' functionality has been introduced to enhance customer safety.
The Samsung Electronics Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 have attracted considerable attention even before their release, encouraging consumer purchases with various programs and benefits. General activation will start from the 25th, and each telecom company plans to offer unique values through various customer-tailored benefits. Through Samsung's latest smartphones, customers will be able to experience innovative technologies and services.