Realme GT 6 Launch Delayed After Shipment Heist

The highly anticipated European launch of the Realme GT 6 has hit a major snag. The entire first batch of retail units was stolen while being shipped to Spain. Realme Spain took to social media to apologize, stating that the theft occurred despite their best efforts to secure the shipment. The company expressed disappointment over not being able to deliver the in-store launch experience they had planned.

While the official launch date of June 20th remains, the stolen shipment has forced Realme to delay or potentially cancel any planned in-store events. The Realme GT 6 boasts impressive specs, including a 6,000-nit 120Hz display, a 5,500mAh battery with 120W fast charging, and a powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 processor. With such features, it's no surprise that the phone has garnered significant interest.

Realme has quickly become a major player in the smartphone market, having shipped over 200 million units in just five years. Details surrounding the theft are limited, but reports from Spanish media outlets suggest that the truck driver was robbed at gunpoint, resulting in the loss of the entire shipment. While individual device thefts occur, it's unusual for an entire product launch shipment to be stolen. The incident is also expected to impact the Realme GT 6's launch in Portugal, which was scheduled for the same day.

Source:9to5Google