This Time Samsung Takes Apple Head-On

Samsung Electronics seems to strike back with more conviction and equipment. It has announced the launch of of its new Galaxy Note phone-cum-tablet (Phablet) at an electronics show in Berlin. Galaxy Note 'Phablet' with bendable screen is not included in the list of the potential US sales ban.

Samsung is hopeful to wipe off the effect of losing the patent war to Apple and maintain competitive edge in the $200 billion plus smartphone and tablet market globally.

"There won't be huge innovative changes in design, but the Note 2 will feature quite a few improvements and enable Samsung to carry on its strong sales momentum in the category," said Lee Sun-tae, an analyst at NH Investment & Securities. "With the launch, Samsung will also be trying to turn around downbeat sentiment after the US legal defeat."