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Samsung pokes fun at iPhone to Android switching drama in reality star-packed ad [Video]

Switching from iPhone to Android is a process that’s getting continually better and, in a new ad, Samsung pokes fun at the drama often associated with switching through the lens of some reality TV stars. more…

Samsung pokes fun at iPhone to Android switching drama in reality star-packed ad [Video]

Samsung released a witty ad highlighting the ease of switching from iPhone to Android, specifically the new Galaxy Z Fold 8. The advertisement utilized reality TV stars, including Dr. Orna Guralnik from Couples Therapy and participants from The Traitors and Love Island, to illustrate the process in a couples therapy setting. The ad showcased the Galaxy Z Fold 8's innovative design and build, while poking fun at common concerns like being labeled "the green bubble guy," AirDrop, and photo sharing.

Samsung's new "Switchers" campaign featured Google's new Android transfer process, which allows iPhone users to scan a QR code on their new Android device, transferring a majority of data including messages and photos. The ad also covered how the new Rich Communication Services (RCS) standard provides iMessage-like features. The quick ad highlighted key transitions and included notable personalities, with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 currently available at Samsung.com, offering discounts as low as $1,599.

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