Records of pre-orders for the new Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge

Samsung saw its smartphone sales plummet in recent months and many hoped the release of its new models Galaxy S6 and his twin curved version of the Galaxy Edge S6. Particularly to regain leadership in sales of high-end smartphone Apple iPhone 6. It seems that the South Korean manufacturer of betting is about to be won.

Nearly 20 million pre-orders and Galaxy Galaxy S6 S6 Edge

20 million is the impressive figure of pre-orders placed by distributors to the Korean brand. Pre-orders of the classical model Galaxy S6 approaching 15 million and those of the Galaxy S6 Edge (version bent edges) reach 5 million, according to the Korea Times newspaper that interviewed a part of the firm.

Despite its high price, about 700 euros for the Galaxy S6 and 850 euros for its Edge declination pre-orders through the roof. Caution, however, it is not sales, but pre-orders mainly made by operators. It remains to be seen whether consumers will be as enthusiastic and Samsung will transform his trial.

Stiff competition for Apple iPhone 6

At its unveiling at Mobile World Congress 2015 in Barcelona, ​​comparisons were quick to emerge. From the official presentation speech, the tone was set and CEO of Samsung did not hesitate to present his product as "the most elaborate Smartphone in the world".

Although there are similarities in the two smartphones, comparative tests between the Galaxy and iPhone 6 S6 actually show a clear difference. S6 Galaxy is much more powerful than its direct competitor. This has already led to a significant decline in selling prices of the Apple model these days.