- Samsung should lower the prices for the Galaxy S21 family.
- The base model could start as low as $ 849, while the S21 Ultra could cost $ 1,299.
- This could help with both the pandemic and competition against rivals like Apple.
Samsung and many other phone manufacturers have gradually increased the prices of their phones over the past few years, but that might not be the case in 2021 SamMobile According to reports, a South Korean rumor could lower the starting price for any Galaxy S21 model compared to its predecessor.
The tech giant is reportedly looking to sell the base Galaxy S21 at a price between $ 850 and $ 899 – well below the $ 999 for the Galaxy S20. The S21 Plus would be between $ 1,050 and $ 1,099, well below the S20 Plus’ official cost of $ 1,199. If you switch to the S21 Ultra, you might just pay $ 1,250 to $ 1,299 instead of the S20 Ultra’s $ 1,399.
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The tipster Landsk claimed that the price range for the Galaxy S21 was “under discussion” and that Samsung had not confirmed anything. Don’t be surprised if these prices change no matter how accurate they are.
It wouldn’t be a shocking move. Samsung, like other phone manufacturers, is dealing with a dismal market where the COVID-19 pandemic has affected sales. A drop in price could put the Galaxy S21 within reach of people who might otherwise not consider it.
There is also the question of competition. Apple’s regular iPhone 12 starts at $ 799 with a sharp OLED screen and other upgrades that it can use to replace earlier, more expensive models. Samsung may want to bring the Galaxy S21 closer to this level to avoid losing customers who may be willing to switch. There is also a lot of rivalry from other Android manufacturers, including budget Chinese phones from Xiaomi and Oppo. For the cost-conscious buyer, this is less of an olive branch and more a matter of survival.