Kathmandu, March 9 Samsung Electronics Nepal has launched the much-awaited smartphones from Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge amidst a function here today. With S7 and S7 Edge, Samsung has introduced the first dual pixel camera on smartphones. Both the high-end handsets feature sleek design with powerful performance, including advanced camera features, water resistance and external memory. “We believe in a world that is brighter, sharper, more convenient, and more fun. We strive to deliver on that vision with the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge by marrying elegant design with functionality and providing a seamless mobile experience,” said Pranaya Ratna Sthapit, head of HHP division at Samsung Electronics Nepal. “We empower consumers with technology to help them get more out of life and will continue to push the frontier of what’s possible.” The handsets are built with 3D glass and metal — all in a sleek design with durability and ergonomic curves for a comfortable grip. Likewise, both the phones have increased utility with IP68 water and dust resistance. The phones have 4GB RAM and 32GB or 64GB ROM, which can be expanded up to 200GB via microSD card. The smartphones are equipped with 12MP primary camera and 5MP secondary camera. Powered by Octa core (2.3GHz Quad plus 1.6GHz Quad), 64bit, and Quad Core (2.15GHz Dual plus 1.6GHz Dual), 64 bit, 14 nm processors, the phones run on Android 6.0 (Marshmallow). The Galaxy S7 features 5.1-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display and has a powerful Li-Ion 3,000 mAh non-removable battery. The smartphone is priced at Rs 77,900. The S7 Edge features 5.5-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display with edge screen and boasts a powerful Li-Ion 3,600 mAh non-removable battery. The handset will be available at Rs 88,900. Samsung Electronics Nepal also announced special pre-booking offers on S7 and S7 Edge from March 10. Under the offer, every pre-booking will get a genuine leather bag worth Rs 20,000 or Samsung Gear VR worth Rs 13,900 for free. Besides this, the company is also offering ‘Limited Edition Pack’, in which Galaxy S7 Edge, Gear S2 Classic and Level U are available at an exclusive price of Rs 122,000. Likewise, Galaxy S7, Gear S2 Classic and Level U are available at an exclusive price of Rs 108,000. The handsets will be available in the local market from mid-March.

Phone upgrade scheme in SKorea SEOUL: Tech giant Samsung Electronics on Wednesday said it will launch a phone upgrade programme in South Korea this week that will allow subscribers to switch to a new premium handset every 12 months. Customers seeking to buy one of two Galaxy S7 models that go on sale starting Friday could sign up for the programme on a 24-month instalment plan offered through Samsung Card Co Ltd, Samsung Electronics said in a statement. Subscribers would pay a monthly fee of 7,700 won ($6.35) in addition to the cost of the device. They can upgrade to a new Galaxy S or Galaxy Note smartphone after 12 months under the plan in exchange for the original device they purchased. Samsung has launched an upgrade programme in the United Kingdom but did not immediately comment on whether any would be offered in other markets.