News about the iPhone to be released this year is coming through various media. Although Apple has not officially disclosed specific details about the models, the outline is gradually taking shape through the continuous stream of rumors.
The iPhone SE2 is expected to be an affordable iPhone that Apple will unveil in March this year, known as the successor to the existing iPhone SE. Compared to its predecessor, significant performance improvements are anticipated, generating high expectations for this new model, which is expected to feature a 4.7-inch display and an A13 chip.
The A13 chip, which was installed in the iPhone 11 series, is a processor that, despite being in an affordable iPhone, is expected to boast specifications comparable to existing flagship models. As a result, there is speculation that it will be called the iPhone 9 instead of iPhone SE2. The iPhone 9 is expected to have a design similar to the iPhone 8.
The iPhone 12 series, scheduled to be released around September this year, is expected to be segmented into three models: iPhone 12, iPhone 12 PRO, and iPhone 12 PRO MAX. It has been revealed that this series will include the first 5G-supported iPhone model, attracting considerable attention.
In response, Samsung Electronics plans to unveil its flagship Galaxy S11 series at the Unpacked event on February 18. Various rumors about this model have been steadily circulating since last year, and there is strong speculation that the release year and name will align, suggesting that the new model will be called Galaxy S20.
Additionally, Samsung Electronics completed market research through the pre-sale of the new color “Aura White” for the Galaxy Note10 5G model, which was conducted until December 31 last year, and announced plans to officially release it from January 3 as both unlocked models and models for the three major carriers.
As the Galaxy Note10 5G model significantly contributed to the commercialization of 5G last year, its official subsidy has decreased, leading consumers to prefer discounted rate plans over official subsidy benefits.
Following this trend, the smartphone group purchase site “HotBusPhone” is increasing benefits by offering Galaxy Buds to customers who purchase Samsung’s most popular model, the Galaxy Note10 5G. They are also offering the Galaxy A90 5G model, which has a relatively affordable retail price among 5G smartphones, at a reasonable promotional price, allowing purchases at around 80,000 KRW and including Galaxy Buds as a gift, similar to the Note10 5G.
On this site, many consumers are flocking as Samsung’s Galaxy S10 can be purchased starting from the low 30,000 KRW range. For consumers looking for free phones, the Galaxy Note8 has been added to the free sale lineup. Furthermore, the popular Galaxy Note9 is being sold at around 100,000 KRW, showing a surge in demand. Also, the Galaxy Fold, which has boasted a high price for days, can be purchased at around 1,000,000 KRW, and this is expected to sell out quickly as part of an event to clear out the remaining limited stock.
In addition, there has been a flood of inquiries about a promotion offering a 7th generation iPad and AirPods Pro as gifts when purchasing the iPhone 11 series.
Detailed information about the “HotBusPhone” event can be found through the related Naver Cafe.
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