Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy S21 series of smartphones in January 2021. A new leak first spotted by Android Headlines states that the Galaxy S21 could be priced lower than its predecessor. In addition, a new report by Reuters claims that Samsung is not planning to launch the Galaxy Note 21 next year.
Galaxy S21 series could be available with a hefty price cut
A new rumor from South Korea reveals that the Galaxy S21 could be priced between $849 and $899, the Galaxy S21+ could be costing between $1,049 and $1,1099, and the Galaxy S21 Ultra could be priced between $1,249 and $1,299. It seems that the Galaxy S21 series could be available with a hefty price cut since the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra were priced at $999, $1,199, and $1,399, respectively, at launch.
Samsung has been consistently increasing the prices of its flagship phones every year. There is a possibility that the Galaxy S21 series arriving with better specs than its predecessor could be priced higher. Hence, it is advisable to digest the pricing leak with a grain of salt.
Samsung Galaxy Note line may get discontinued
Reuters reported that there has a sharp decline in the demand for high-end smartphones due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This could be one of the reasons why Samsung may not launch the Galaxy Note 2021 next year. Sources familiar with the matter revealed that Samsung does not have plans to develop a Galaxy Note phone for the coming year.
Instead, the highest model of the S21 series (Galaxy S21 Ultra) will be equipped with S Pen support. The S Pen could be available as an optional accessory for S21 Ultra buyers. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 that is expected to debut next year is speculated to carry support for S Pen.
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