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Samsung's decision to raise Galaxy S26 prices by $100 indicates a shift towards margin protection in a saturated smartphone market, a move that could dampen volume growth. In contrast, Apple continues to regain market share in China with the iPhone 18 Pro, suggesting that brand loyalty and ecosystem lock-in remain powerful defences against competitive pricing pressure.
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Samsung's decision to raise Galaxy S26 prices by $100 indicates a shift towards margin protection in a saturated smartphone market, a move that could dampen volume growth. In contrast, Apple continues to regain market share in China with the iPhone 18 Pro, suggesting that brand loyalty and ecosystem lock-in remain powerful defences against competitive pricing pressure.