Easier Smartphone Device Price Comparison... Enhanced Visuals and Public Subsidy Information Provided

Revamp of the Domestic and International Device Price Comparison Analysis Website

Comparison results of overseas (17 countries) launch prices for major devices (2 models) and detailed price information of overseas launch prices for 12 device models

[Asia Economy Reporter Minyoung Cha] The Korea Communications Commission and the Information and Communications Promotion Association announced on the 28th that they will revamp and launch the domestic and international device price comparison website starting August 1.

The domestic and international device price comparison website has been operating since May 2018 to provide price information of major devices both domestically and internationally, aiming to encourage price reductions of mobile communication devices and promote rational consumption among users.

First, the website's convenience will be improved to make it easier to understand. Previously, device price information by distribution channels such as carriers, manufacturers, and open markets was provided separately, causing inconvenience in using the information.

Accordingly, price information of major devices by country and distribution channel will be provided on the main page in the form of graphs, and a new menu will be created to allow users to compare and check domestic and international device price information at once. A function that automatically sorts device price rankings by country and distribution channel will also be added.

Providing information on official subsidies, additional subsidies, and selective contract discounts, as well as comparing domestic release prices by carrier, manufacturer, and open market

Second, in addition to domestic and international device prices, additional information helpful for device purchases will be provided. While previously only domestic and international device prices were provided, information on ‘official subsidies’ for major devices by carrier and ‘additional subsidies’ available at retail stores will also be added.

To continuously expand and provide information that can assist users when purchasing devices, a ‘Feedback’ icon will be created to collect user opinions.

Meanwhile, the Korea Communications Commission will gather public opinions on domestic and international device price comparison information and website operation. Methods for submitting opinions can be found on the ‘WiseUser’ website.

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