Samsung, who is Worldwide Olympic Partner in the Wireless Communications Equipment and Computing Equipment category for the Olympic Winter Games PyeongChang 2018 today introduced special edition Galaxy Note8. Samsung said that it will deliver over 4,000 devices to all Olympians as well as the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic family, including IOC and POCOG staff allowing them to lean on Samsung mobile technology to enhance their experiences and connect more conveniently.
The PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Games Limited Edition has a shiny white back glass to celebrate the winter theme, and Paralympic Games logo with gold Olympic rings – inspired by the Olympic Torch – an expression of the Olympic Movement with the union of five continents, and unity worldwide. It will also come pre-loaded with PyeongChang 2018 themed wallpapers and will be pre-installed with apps to help cultivate the utmost Olympic Games experience.
Commenting on the announcement, Younghee Lee, CMO and Executive Vice President, Samsung Electronics, said:
Throughout our 20-year legacy as an Olympic partner, Samsung has showcased our support of the Olympic Movement by helping spread the Olympic Spirit and enhance connections through our latest technological innovations and immersive experiences.We’re proud to provide the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Games Limited Edition to all athletes in an effort to help them to stay connected, capture and share one of the most memorable moments of their lives.
IOC President Thomas Bach, said:
Samsung’s commitment to the Olympic Movement has increasingly enabled meaningful connections through innovative mobile technologies over the past 20 years. Samsung’s creation of an Olympic Games Limited Edition device reinforces Samsung and IOC’s shared desire to spread the Olympic spirit. It’s because of dedicated partners like Samsung that we’re in the position to provide unforgettable experiences at the Olympic Games time after time.