Apple is always a pioneer for every trend in the smartphone. After Apple, Samsung decides to include charging brick or adaptor in their high-end and budget-friendly smartphones. All OEMs give a simple reason that they will reduce carbon emissions. However, according to rumors, Samsung To Stop Offering In-Box Chargers For New Galaxy Phones may not be a good decision even for its low-cost smartphones.
In-Box Chargers Will Not Be Included With Low-Cost Samsung Phones
There are many leaks around the internet that Samsung will stop offering in-box chargers with their Samsung Galaxy A and Galaxy M series. That means that consumers will only receive a charging cord with the inexpensive Samsung phones they choose in the future.
The idea of removing the charger from the package of affordable Samsung phones has already been implemented in the newly launched Galaxy F23, being the first to bear the burden. Samsung Galaxy F23 is the first budget-friendly Samsung smartphone to not include charging brick in their box.
There’s no news on whether this is a one-off measure for some countries or if it would become standard for inexpensive handsets in other areas. This step is actually a disappointment for the consumers who can only afford budget-friendly smartphones, and they will need to get extra money to buy the charging adapter.
Why may this be a wrong decision?
In this case, individuals may be scared to purchase a Samsung smartphone since they will have to pay extra. Samsung known for providing smartphones for all types of buyers. However, this wrong decision to not include charging brick in their box will throw them out of competition. Other companies like Realme, Xiaomi, and others stills care to give their consumers a proper charging brick with their budget smartphones.
Sum Up
These companies claim that eliminating chargers will reduce e-waste. However, the fact is that this setting allows them to keep some additional cash in their pockets, or they just want to follow the trend. The decision is applicable for high-end and expensive phones but for a budget-friendly device. Paying extra money to buy a charger seems too unfair.
