Samsung Uses Gimmicks to Boost Sales of New Galaxy S26 Flagship Series Despite Strong Performance

Samsung, despite its popularity, occasionally undermines its reputation by limiting access to certain features. This tactic seems aimed at encouraging customers to upgrade to newer models, which not only suggests a certain desperation but also risks alienating dedicated users who remain loyal to the brand.

Samsung Restricts Buds 4 Pro’s Super Wideband Speech Feature, Excluding Non-S24 Models

One of the standout features of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro is its Super Wideband speech capability. This enhancement effectively doubles the standard Bluetooth audio bandwidth from 8kHz to 16kHz, resulting in significantly clearer and more natural-sounding voice calls while also capturing more delicate high-frequency sounds.

Interestingly, the technology required for the Super Wideband speech is compatible with several of Samsung’s previous flagship models, including the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The only technical requirements necessary for enabling this feature are related to Bluetooth LE Audio and the LC3 codec.

Dear @SamsungMobile, this kind of software-only exclusivity needs to stop. I paid the full amount of money to get the Buds4 Pro but I don’t get “Super Wide-Band Speech”just because I don’t own an S25 Ultra or later. The S24 Ultra AIN’T an old device in 2026! pic.twitter.com/r81I0tiqRE

— Marian Cruțu (@MegaMarian12350) April 10, 2026

However, Samsung has chosen not to enable the S24 Ultra’s compatibility with the Buds 4 Pro’s Super Wideband speech feature. This decision raises questions about whether Samsung might be engaging in a deliberate strategy of planned obsolescence, pushing users towards newer flagship devices.

BREAKING: Samsung increases initial Galaxy S26 base production by 63% Original plan: 800, 000 units New plan: 1.3 million units This new plan brings the base S26 almost on par with the production of the S26 Ultra. Get yours here: https://t.co/W4e68gDhxZ pic.twitter.com/SGVor3vFM6

— Anthony (@TheGalox_) April 10, 2026

What’s particularly intriguing is that Samsung is implementing these restrictive measures at a time when sales for the new Galaxy S26 series appear to be robust. A recent report highlighted a 63% surge in the production of the base Galaxy S26, along with an increase of 200, 000 units for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This suggests the company does not need to resort to such tactics to stimulate demand for its flagship devices.

Source & Images