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Samsung celebrates the arrival of Galaxy S9 | S9+, along with Korean Superstar Park Bo Gum

Friday, March 16, 2018

The much-anticipated Galaxy S9 and S9+ are finally here! With the arrival of its latest flagships, Samsung continues to innovate and redefine the limitations of technology, giving Malaysians new ways to experience the world.

Park Bo Gum posing with the large crowd and his fans at the launch of Galaxy S9 | S9+ in Pavilion KL

Park Bo GUm celebrating the official launch of the Samsung Galaxy S9 | S9+

While it was the S9 and S9+’s new and innovative features that drew the attention of tech lovers and enthusiasts, it was the special appearance of Korean actor and Superstar, Park Bo Gum, that sent most of the crowd into a frenzy at the launch held yesterday (15 March) at Pavilion, KL. Through the Galaxy S9 and S9+’s great new features such as Super Slow-mo video recording, the ‘Love in the Moonlight’ prince was on a mission to experience the world in a whole new way with his Malaysian fans.

Did you saw this scene yesterday? ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ such a cutie!!!! 😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Aiguuuuu Bogum ah#ParkBogumInMY #SamsungS9 #SamsungMalaysia pic.twitter.com/kDigKvcNxb

— gokpop (@goKPOP) March 16, 2018

The Galaxy S9 and S9+ will be available starting 16th March 2018 in Malaysia. Offered at a recommended retail price from RM3,299 to RM4,399, it will be available in Midnight Black, Coral Blue and Lilac Purple.

The Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+ finally make their arrival on the Malaysian shores

To celebrate its launch in Malaysia, Samsung Malaysia Electronics will be kicking off a limited-time Roadshow Promotion in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Queensbay Mall in Penang, and Aeon Bandar Dato Onn in Johor Bahru. From 16th until 18th March 2018, customers who purchase a new Galaxy S9 or S9+ will be eligible for exclusive gifts by Samsung, which include:

A FREE Samsung Wireless Charger Stand worth RM279 (limited to 2,300 units)
A Samsung Gear Sport at 30% off with every purchase of a Galaxy S9 or S9+, while stocks last
RM50 off on an LED View Cover, Standing Clear View Cover or Alcantara Cover with every purchase of a Galaxy S9 or S9+, while stocks last
A Trade Up Program, allowing customers to trade-in selected devices with an extra trade up value of up to RM400
0% Easy Payment Plan for up to 12 months

President of Samsung Malaysia, Yoonsoo Kim and Park BoGum displaying the all new Galaxy S9

Apart from that, consumers will receive a total of 1,500 Samsung Rewards Points after activating Bixby, Samsung Members and Samsung Pay on their newly purchased Galaxy S9 and S9+, while stocks last.

To find out more about the Galaxy S9 and S9+ roadshows and exclusive Samsung Experience Stores deals, visit http://www.samsung.com/my/offer/s9-roadshow/ and http://www.samsung.com/my/offer/s9-promo/.

photo source: Samsung Malaysia Electronics

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Park Bo Gum Charms Malaysian Fans at the Launch of Samsung Galaxy S9/S9+

Friday, March 16, 2018

Samsung has finally launched its long-awaited flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S9 and S9+ in Malaysia on 15th of March. To celebrate its debut, Samsung Electronics Malaysia invited special guest, actor Park Bo Gum for the event and attracted thousands of fans.

The well-mannered actor first came up to the stage with a polite 90 degrees bow after an introduction from the host. Wearing his new hairstyle, he greeted his local fans in Malay and English language, ‘Saya Park Bo Gum. Saya rindu pada mu. I miss you so much’, capturing the hearts of all the fans.

Dressed in purple shirt and a pair of white chinos, the ever-cheerful actor constantly smiled and waved at fans in all directions. The enthusiastic fans welcome the actor with loud cheers and a banner congratulating his recent graduation. Showing off his Malay language, the actor confessed his love to his fans saying ‘Aku cinta pada mu’ melting all the fans’ heart.

Park Bo Gum has something to say to the Malaysian fans ~ aww we love you too 💛💛💛#ParkBoGumInMY #MyGalaxy #GalaxyS9 pic.twitter.com/vPM4kIHJt7
— gokpop (@goKPOP) March 15, 2018

The launch then continued with the Q&A session. When asked to choose between durian and strawberry, Park Bo Gum chose to eat durian first and followed by strawberry. Surprised to all his fans, the actor admitted he has tried durian during his stay here in KL.

Following that, the emcee continued with the second question asking the actor when is the best time to use the superslow-motion feature of the Samsung Galaxy S9. The actor mischievously answered, ‘It’s been so long since I last met Malaysian fans and I would like to capture this precious moment with my fans in superslow-motion’. The fans cheered in replied.

Q: moment of the day you will like it make it slow motion

Park Bogum: I would like to make this moment of meeting Malaysian fans slow motion because it’s been so long since we last met!

Bogum-ssi, we are very happy to see you again and thanks for coming again 💛 pic.twitter.com/MHnEnGEsdh
— gokpop (@goKPOP) March 15, 2018

Subsequently, it was followed by an interactive session with the fans. Three lucky fans among those who have bought the all new Samsung Galaxy S9 were chosen from a lucky draw to experience the superslow-motion feature with Park Bo Gum on stage. The actor didn’t disappoint the fans. He took selfies with them and even offered polite hugs. The fans that were not on stage were all looking with envy.

Park Bo Gum later posed for the photography session. The 25-year-old actor struck off with bubbly signs of sending hearts to the fans, putting his thumbs up and peace. Before ending the launch, he thanked all his fans for their presence and promised to come up with a good drama this year. The launch ended with another photography session when Park Bo Gum walked to the end of the stage waving good-bye.

The all new Samsung Galaxy S9 smartphone was built on the slogan ‘The Camera, Reimagined’ features state of the art dual aperture back camera for low light shots, AR emoji and superslow-motion video. It is available nationwide starting from 16^th of March with retail price of RM 3,299 onwards. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com/my/offer/s9-roadshow/ and www.samsung.com/my/offer/s9-promo/.

Check out GOkpop Malaysia Facebook Page for more photos of Park Bo Gum.

Samsung celebrates the arrival of Galaxy S9 | S9+, along with Korean Superstar Park Bo Gum

Park Bo Gum Charms Malaysian Fans at the Launch of Samsung Galaxy S9/S9+

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