CNN Underscored editors are turning our attention to all of the latest gear and gadgets out of CES 2025. On top of everything else Samsung is announcing, the brand is also gearing up for its latest Unpacked event later on in January.

The Korean company announced today that it will launch a new trade-in program that doesn’t require the purchase of a new handset. The “Galaxy Easy Compensation” scheme will pay Korean Galaxy phone owners money for their old device, with values fluctuating depending on the condition. Crucially, no purchase of a new phone is needed.

Samsung Vice Chairman and CEO unveiled how Samsung is planning on rolling out a proprietary subscription service for smartphones and tablets.

The new Trade-In Program will pilot in Korea and France starting today and expand to more regions through 2025. Partnered with Samsung, the program will be managed and operated by Likewize.