Samsung entered the electronics industry with the formation of several electronics-focused divisions.

The construction and shipbuilding industries in the mid-1970s; these areas would drive its subsequent growth.

in 1970, Samsung-Sanyo produced its first black and white TVs and expanded its reach into shipbuilding, petrochemicals, and aircraft engines.

Over the next decade, Samsung also produced transistor black and white TVs, color TVs, refrigerators, electric desk calculators, and air conditioners. In 1978, the company reached the landmark of having produced 5 million TVs.

In 1980, Samsung entered the telecommunications hardware industry with the purchase of Hanguk Jeonja Tongsin. Initially building telephone switchboards, Samsung expanded into telephone and fax systems, which eventually shifted to mobile phone manufacturing.

In the 1990s, Samsung continued its expansion into global electronics markets, strengthening its presence in countries around the world.

The company invested heavily in technology, research, and the development of new products, allowing it to compete more effectively with major international electronics companies. This period marked an important step in Samsung's transformation from a primarily Korean manufacturer into a leading global electronics brand.

The 2000s witnessed the birth of Samsung’s Galaxy smartphone series, which quickly not only became the company’s most-praised product but also frequently topped annual lists of the best-selling smartphones in the world.

Since 2006, Samsung has been one of the world’s leading television manufacturers. In 2010, the Galaxy series expanded with the introduction of the Galaxy Tab.

Today, Samsung is known for its innovation in display technology, from high-quality screens for smartphones and televisions to flexible and foldable displays for the next generation of devices.