Samsung Electronics is launching a revamped 'New Galaxy AI Subscription Club' ahead of the pre-sale of its latest 'Galaxy Z Fold/Flip 8' series, significantly enhancing purchase and usage benefits.
According to Samsung Electronics, the New Galaxy AI Subscription Club guarantees up to 50% of the device's residual value upon return after the subscription period ends, along with various benefits such as discounts on 'Samsung Care Plus' and accessory packages.
Notably, the subscription club has expanded the options for subscription periods. In addition to the existing one-year and two-year plans, a new three-year option has been introduced.
Subscribers to the three-year plan will receive coverage for damage, as well as the 'Samsung Care Plus Loss/Damage' product, which provides compensation once every 12 months. Free repairs, battery replacements, and on-site repair services are also included. The one- and two-year plans will focus on damage coverage.
For customers who purchase a self-supplied model and return the device, the guaranteed residual values are as follows: 50% for the one-year plan, 40% for the two-year plan (50% for the Flip 8), and 25% for the three-year plan.
Tailored benefits targeting the Gen Z demographic have also been introduced. Customers who purchase the 'Galaxy Z Flip 8' through a self-supplied model and subscribe to the two-year plan will receive the 'Flip Youth Subscription' benefit, guaranteeing up to 50% residual value upon return after two years. Additionally, a one-month premium plus subscription to the language learning app 'Speak' will be provided.
To address security concerns in daily life, financial crime compensation benefits will be offered to all subscribers (customers who register their IMEI). In cases of cyber financial crime such as phishing and smishing, customers can receive compensation of up to 3 million won, and up to 500,000 won for internet transaction and shopping fraud.
Monthly subscription fees will vary based on the model and duration. For the Fold 8 Ultra and Fold 8, the fees are 9,900 won per month for the one- and two-year plans and 14,500 won per month for the three-year plan. For the Flip 8, the fees are 8,900 won per month for the one- and two-year plans and 11,500 won per month for the three-year plan.
Jung Ho-jin, Vice President of Samsung Electronics Korea, stated, "The New Galaxy AI Subscription Club has been revamped to comprehensively reflect the secure usage needs of foldable phone users, financial security, and the preferences of the Gen Z demographic. We will continue to expand differentiated subscription services tailored to customer lifestyles."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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