By now, you should have seen the newest Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer across the internet. Apart from the upcoming confirmed release date, the trailer also sparked an unexpected detail among tech and movie fans alike: Peter Parker is seen using a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip device, marking a clear shift away from Sony smartphones featured in previous films.
A Notable Break From Sony Xperia Tradition
In earlier Spider-Man films, the character consistently used Sony Xperia devices, aligning with Sony’s ownership of the Spider-Man film rights. However, the latest trailer shows Peter Parker casually using a Galaxy Z Flip series device, believed to be either the Galaxy Z Flip 6 or a newer model. This change is particularly striking given Sony’s long-standing product placement in the franchise, making the switch to a Samsung device a talking point among fans and industry watchers.
Internet Reacts to the Change
The change has not gone unnoticed online, with fans quickly pointing out the brand switch and debating its implications. Some see it as a natural evolution in product placement, while others find it unusual given Sony’s direct involvement in the Spider-Man franchise.
It’s an obvious product placement for sure, because Peter Parker has always been struggling financially, so the fact that he’s holding a Galaxy Flip device in the movie is an odd move. That would technically mean that in the movie, he spent a significant amount of cash, at least starting around $1,099.99 (RM3999 in Malaysia), and has probably missed paying his rent (again).
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