Electronics major Samsung on Tuesday said it will bring ultra-premium smartphone ‘Galaxy Fold’ with a foldable display, priced at Rs 1,64,999, in the Indian market later this month.
The phone, which had received a lot of interest from consumers across the world, was unveiled earlier this year. The device was made available in South Korea and the US last month.
While there had been reports of issues with the display screen and hinges initially, the South Korean tech giant is said to have fixed those glitches.
“With Galaxy Fold, we are redefining the mobile phone category, this is device like no other. The ‘Fold’ will set an entirely new benchmark for design and innovation. Galaxy Fold is meant for those who want only the best in their lives, in terms of style, design, luxury and the latest in services,” Samsung India Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President, Mobile Business, Ranjivjit Singh told PTI.
He added that customers will have access to a dedicated 24x7 concierge service to address any queries customers of ‘Fold’ may have as well as one-year Infinity Flex Display protection.
With a price tag of about Rs 1.65 lakh, the device is probably one of the most expensive ones in the Indian market. The 512GB variant of Apple’s latest iPhone 11 Pro Max is priced at Rs 1,41,900, while iPhone 11 (512GB) is available for Rs 1,31,900, as per Apple’s India website.
Samsung’s own flagships Galaxy S10+ and Note 10+ are priced at Rs 73,900
and Rs 79,999 respectively, according to the company’s website.
The Galaxy Fold features a 7.3-inch Infinity Flex Display on the inside that on unfolding offers an experience similar to a large-screen device to customers.