SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey conducted by KB Kookmin Card has shed light on South Koreans’ attitudes towards summer vacations, revealing a nation split on the necessity of travel. The study, released on July 25, found that 56.6% of respondents believe “travel is necessary” during the summer break, while 43.4% feel it [...]
SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a recent survey, Samsung Galaxy users reported nearly identical satisfaction levels to those of Apple iPhone users, signaling a significant shift in the smartphone market dynamics. According to a mobile communications survey conducted by Consumer Insight, a market research firm, the overall satisfaction score for Samsung’s Galaxy S series [...]
SEOUL, July 25 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korean tech giant LG Electronics is making significant strides in its subscription-based appliance business and B2B sector, signaling a shift in its long-term strategy. In a conference call on July 25 to discuss second-quarter results, company executives outlined the progress and future plans for these key growth areas. [...]
SEOUL, July 25 (Korea Bizwire) – Chinese e-commerce platform Temu has reported that essential household items topped the list of most purchased products in its first year of operations in South Korea, according to a survey released on July 25. The study, conducted by Korea Gallup Research Institute on behalf of Temu, polled 1,026 adults aged [...]
BUSAN, Jul. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – In a bustling city known for its seafood and beaches, a new concern is brewing among parents and authorities alike: the ease with which minors can access alcohol and cigarettes through delivery apps. “It’s frustrating when someone who’s clearly underage asks me to buy alcohol or cigarettes,” said a delivery [...]
SEOUL, Jul. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – The Korea Consumer Agency has issued a warning to consumers, urging them to thoroughly test and review contract terms before purchasing medical devices such as massage chairs, massagers, and hearing aids. This comes in response to a steady stream of consumer complaints and dissatisfaction with these products. According to data [...]
SEOUL, July 13 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korean consumers show the highest enthusiasm for using artificial intelligence (AI) technology on mobile devices, according to a study released by Samsung Electronics on July 11. The findings were unveiled at the “Salon de AI,” a Galaxy AI media forum held in Paris, following the company’s Galaxy product launch [...]
SEOUL, Jul. 12 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed that 9 out of 10 consumers in South Korea intend to stick with their current smartphone brand, indicating a strengthening “lock-in effect” in the mobile device market. The study also found that smartphone usage among seniors over 70 has surpassed 90% for both men and [...]
SEOUL, Jul. 12 (Korea Bizwire) – LG Electronics announced on July 11 that its subscription-based business model for premium home appliances is experiencing rapid growth, with more than 3 out of 10 customers opting for subscriptions over traditional purchases in June. The tech giant reported that 36.2% of sales for 20 subscription-eligible products at LG Best [...]
SEOUL, Jul. 11 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korea is experiencing a phenomenon known as “ghost rain” – simultaneous heavy downpours and heat waves that have defied weather predictions – leaving citizens increasingly frustrated with inaccurate forecasts. This meteorological anomaly has sparked a trend of “weather migration,” with many South Koreans abandoning the national weather service’s app [...]