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World's 10 most valuable brands 2013
8. Samsung ($39.6 billion)
It may be hard to believe but Samsung actually surpasses Apple when it comes to smartphone sales. They've got over 30% of the market in their grasp thanks to a huge advertising push and products including the Galaxy S4 and Note II, all amounting to a huge 20% upwards change in brand value. The company is also still active in TVs, digital cameras and home appliances - they've got a fridge that monitors what's in there and suggests recipes for its owner.
But no. 7 in the list doesn't care much for eating at home... Find out who is next on the power list.
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