Samsung is one of the biggest and most innovative technology companies in the world, but how much do you really know about this South Korean giant? From its humble beginnings as a small electronics company to its current status as a global leader in smartphones, TVs, and more, Samsung has come a long way over the past few decades. Get ready to dive into the world of Samsung with these 25 fascinating facts that will make you appreciate this tech giant even more. From their massive manufacturing capabilities to their commitment to innovation, you’ll be amazed by what Samsung has accomplished. So grab your Galaxy phone and let’s get started!
1-5 Fun Facts About Samsung
1. Samsung was established in 1938 as a small trading firm with 40 employees. Initially, it traded in local groceries and produced its own noodles.
2. In 2004, Samsung had the chance to invest in Android but chose not to due to a perceived lack of potential. However, Google acquired Android just two weeks later.
3. Samsung places a great emphasis on producing most of its equipment in-house, with approximately 90% being made in Samsung factories.
4. As a globally recognized organization, Samsung employs over 236,000 personnel across 79 countries.
5. Interestingly, Samsung is responsible for manufacturing the Retina Display used by Apple.
6-10 Interesting Facts About Samsung
6. Samsung isn’t just a tech company – they’ve got a military branch that produces everything from jet engines to robots to howitzers.
7. The company’s founder, Lee Byung-Chull, coined the name Samsung, which translates to “three stars” in Korean. He envisioned a company that would be as enduring as the stars themselves.
8. South Korea’s Air Force owes a debt of gratitude to Samsung, as the technology giant designed their first-ever fighter jet, the KF-16.
9. Samsung was granted permission to conduct self-driving car trials in South Korea in May 2017.
10. In 2021, Samsung’s revenue accounted for 20.3% of South Korea’s GDP. It’s like they’re running a small nation, except with more tech gadgets and less political drama.
11-15 Awesome Facts About Samsung
11. A man created a dinosaur drawing and asked Samsung for a phone in exchange. Samsung not only sent him a phone but also printed the drawing on the phone case. Talk about a Jurassic perk!
12. With 7670 United States patents, Samsung has secured more patents than any other company globally.
13. Samsung isn’t just making cool gadgets – they’re also eco-friendly. All their products since 2013 are certified green, which is like getting an A+ on your science fair project.
14. Samsung takes security seriously – they’ve built a sentry gun on the North-South Korea DMZ that’s like a real-life Robocop, scanning for unauthorized access codes and taking down intruders.
15. To prevent suicide attempts off the Mapo Bridge in Seoul, Samsung funded the installation of lit-up signs. However, unfortunately, the suicide rate increased sixfold the following year.
16-20 Surprising Facts About Samsung
16. In 2012, Apple sued Samsung in a UK court, lost the case, and was required to display advertisements on its website and billboards, stating that Samsung had not infringed upon their rights.
17. Did you know that Samsung had a hand in building the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa? Yes, sir, they were the main contractor!
18. Samsung’s annual marketing budget is estimated to be around $14 billion.
19. Back in 1995, Samsung’s CEO Kun-hee Lee was so fed up with their crappy electronics that he ordered a bonfire to burn $50 million worth of it in front of 2,000 employees. Among them, Some of them were crying like babies.
20. In 2008, the President and CEO of Samsung were charged with bribing influential prosecutors, judges, and other political figures in South Korea. He was fined $109 million, sentenced to three years in jail, and has yet to respond to the verdict.
21-25 Insane Facts About Samsung
21. Samsung is more than just a corporation, they also give back to society! They also fund the Ho-Am Prize, a South Korean equivalent of the Nobel Prize.
22. In 2003, Samsung produced a limited edition phone inspired by the one featured in “Matrix Reloaded.”
23. Samsung Card, owned by Samsung, is the largest credit card company in South Korea.
24. Samsung has argued that its Galaxy customers have no right to sue the company for fire-related damages caused by Samsung phones.
25. Samsung is a major-player in the audio industry and owns companies such as Harman/Kardon, AKG, JBL, JBL Professional, AMX, Crown Audio, Infinity, Lexicon, dbx, DigiTech, Mark Levinson, Martin, Revel, Soundcraft, Studer, and more.
That’s it for this post guys, I hope you had fun while reading 25 Amazing Samsung Facts.
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