Retail Price Set in the 500,000 Won Range

On May 15, LG Uplus announced that it has exclusively launched the affordable smartphone 'Galaxy Buddy5', priced in the 500,000 won range.


LG Uplus announced on the 15th that it has exclusively launched the affordable smartphone in the 500,000 won range, the Galaxy Buddy5. Photo of Galaxy Buddy5. Provided by LG Uplus

LG Uplus announced on the 15th that it has exclusively launched the affordable smartphone in the 500,000 won range, the Galaxy Buddy5. Photo of Galaxy Buddy5. Provided by LG Uplus

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The Galaxy Buddy5 is the fifth model in the LG Uplus-exclusive 5G smartphone series 'Galaxy Buddy', first introduced in 2021. Based on the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G model, it focuses on essential features needed for everyday use. The device is available in three colors: black, blue, and gray.


The retail price of the Galaxy Buddy5 is 528,000 won. Key specifications include: ▲ 169.1mm (6.7-inch) FHD+ Super AMOLED display ▲ 50-megapixel high-resolution rear camera with optical image stabilization (OIS) ▲ 13-megapixel front camera ▲ 5,000mAh high-capacity battery ▲ microSD slot supporting up to 2TB ▲ IP54-rated water and dust resistance. LG Uplus will hold a total of three live broadcasts through its live commerce platform 'Uplus Live' on the 15th, 19th, and 28th to introduce the features and pricing options of the Galaxy Buddy5.


To celebrate the launch of the Galaxy Buddy5, LG Uplus has expanded purchase benefits on the U+ Official Online Store. The first 1,000 customers to activate the Galaxy Buddy5 through the U+ Official Online Store will receive a dedicated phone case. In addition, the first 1,000 customers who activate their device by June 5 and click the 'Participate' button on the event page will receive a 'parasol and portable mini fan set'. Furthermore, 555 winners will be selected by lottery to receive prizes such as: ▲ Galaxy Buds3 Pro (10 winners) ▲ FAVEX Air Fryer (40 winners) ▲ Weimar Steam Cooker (40 winners).


LG Uplus has also prepared trade-in benefits to ease the financial burden for buyers. Customers who trade in their used phones will receive a basic reward of 20,000 won in Naver Pay points. For eligible additional trade-in models, rewards can reach up to 50,000 won.



Lee Hyunseung, Head of Devices at LG Uplus, stated, "The Galaxy Buddy5 is a practical smartphone offering artificial intelligence (AI) features at a reasonable price," and added, "We will continue to expand our customized smartphone lineup to meet the diverse needs of our customers."


This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.

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