NEW DELHI: Samsung has slashed the prices of its flagship smartphones – Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, in India. Both the devices have recieved a reduction of Rs 5,000 each in their prices, according to Mumbai-based retailer Mahesh Telecom. Samsung Galaxy S7, which was launched at a price of Rs 48,900, is now available at Rs 43,400. On the other hand, the Galaxy S7 Edge is now available at Rs 50,900, having been launched at Rs 56,900. For those unaware,... 

Samsung Galaxy S7 was first launched in February this year. Samsung will sell unlocked versions of its flagship Galaxy S7 phones in the U.S. so consumers can switch carriers more easily. Although two-year service contracts are now rare, consumers are instead stuck with two-year installment plans and cannot take a phone to a rival until it’s paid off. Unlocked phones have no such restrictions. They are also free of carrier-specific apps for messaging,...