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Latest Samsung Galaxy Note 7 news
Here you will find the latest news and most recent developments on the Samsung Galaxy Note 7, with regular updates and all the information you need.
Samsung Spain hands out 200 free Galaxy Note 8 units on a plane
Samsung's reputation took a hit because of the Galaxy Note 7. The handset's faulty battery made it a fire risk so it was quickly banned from airplanes. The airlines actually started making announcements that the Galaxy Note 7 was not allowed in the cabin. The company bounced back with the Galaxy Note 8. The great […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Customers can now pre-order the Galaxy Note FE in Malaysia
It was reported a couple of weeks back that the Galaxy Note FE launch might take place in Malaysia. It's going to be the first country outside South Korea to receive the refurbished version of the Galaxy Note 7. The confirmation about the Galaxy Note FE Malaysia launch came through last week. Customers who want […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Galaxy Note FE to launch in Malaysia on October 25
Samsung has announced that it will launch the Galaxy Note FE, the refurbished variant of the ill-fated Galaxy Note 7, in Malaysia on October 25. The handset will be available to purchase from both the firm's online and brick-and-mortar stores, as well as a number of authorized third-party retailers, for RM 2,599 ($616). Related: Galaxy Note […]
- By Josh L.
- 6 years ago
Refurbished Galaxy Note 7 sold out in South Korea
Samsung had to recall millions of units of the Galaxy Note 7 due to battery issues. It later decided to launch a refurbished variant of the handset to limit the environmental impact of the recall. Thus the refurbished Galaxy Note 7 was announced as the Galaxy Note FE in July this year. The Galaxy Note […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Samsung wants you to know it appreciates your continued support
There's no denying the fact that the Galaxy Note 7 debacle turned a number of customers to the dark side (iOS), but the majority stuck with Samsung while it rebuilt its reputation—and now it wants you to know its grateful. On Tuesday, the firm took to its YouTube channel to share a short “Thank You” […]
- By Josh L.
- 6 years ago
Samsung brought in a safety consultant to ensure battery safety for the Galaxy Note 8
Samsung absolutely does not want a repeat of what it went through with the Galaxy Note 7. Last year's flagship handset had to be recalled twice and discontinued due to faulty batteries. Samsung has since introduced a new 8-point battery testing standard to ensure battery safety. The company wasn't going to take any chances with […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Galaxy Note 7 owners get a discount on the Galaxy Note 8
The Galaxy Note 7 was an absolute disaster for Samsung. The company had to recall the handset twice due to faulty batteries. It eventually saw the writing on the wall and decided to discontinue the handset. Samsung booked billions in losses due to the Galaxy Note 7. Customers were irked by the recall and refund […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Specs comparison: Galaxy Note 8 vs. Galaxy Note 7
Samsung's finally taken the wraps off the much-anticipated Galaxy Note 8—and naturally, we want to see how it compares to its now-recalled predecessor, the Galaxy Note 7. The most noticeable difference is—of course—the shiny new Infinity Display, though that is not all that has changed. It's safe to say that the Galaxy Note 8 is […]
- By Josh L.
- 6 years ago
Galaxy Note 7 class action lawsuit ruling will be appealed by customers
The Seoul Central District Court ruled in favor of Samsung yesterday in a class action lawsuit filed by 1,900 customers of the Galaxy Note 7 in South Korea. They were seeking compensation for the troubles that they faced after the Galaxy Note 7 was recalled. They wanted the company to pay $822,000 as compensation. The […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Samsung gets a favorable ruling in Galaxy Note 7 class action lawsuit
Some 1,900 owners of the Galaxy Note 7 in South Korea filed a class action lawsuit against the company last year. They sought compensation for their troubles after the handset was recalled twice and eventually discontinued. They wanted compensation to the tune of $822,000. Samsung was quick to cater to Galaxy Note 7 customers after […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Samsung destroys 3 percent of its monthly battery inventory to keep you safe
The Galaxy Note 7 battery incident was very unfortunate for Samsung. It could have been one of the best-selling smartphones to ever come out of the company but it met its fate at the hands of a defective battery. After the Galaxy Note 7 fiasco, Samsung launched a thorough investigation into the matter and determined […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Galaxy Note 8 specs, design and price: What we know so far
Samsung finally confirmed yesterday when it's going to unveil the Galaxy Note 8. The company has sent invites to the press for an event in New York City on August 23 where it's going to officially announce the successor to the ill-fated Galaxy Note 7. There's a lot of anticipation surrounding this handset given that […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Galaxy Note 8 launch date has been confirmed by Samsung
There has been a lot of speculation about the Galaxy Note 8's launch in recent weeks. Reports have suggested that the handset will be launched earlier than previously expected. This means that Samsung won't be unveiling it at the IFA 2017 convention in September. Samsung's mobile boss recently confirmed that the Galaxy Note 8 is […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Samsung will recycle recalled Galaxy Note 7s to recover 157 tons of rare metals
There was a lot of pressure on Samsung following the demise of the Galaxy Note 7 to limit the environmental impact of it all. The company addressed those concerns by releasing a refurbished variant of the Galaxy Note 7 that it calls the Galaxy Note FE. The refurbished variant is essentially the same device with […]
- By Adnan Farooqui
- 6 years ago
Galaxy Note Fan Edition teardown reveals that it’s just a Galaxy Note 7 with a smaller battery
After Samsung recalled the Galaxy Note 7 due to its battery problems, the company had stated that it would use the components of the problematic device to make a refurbished device. We came to know earlier this month that the refurbished variant would be called the Galaxy Note Fan Edition. The South Korean brand started […]
- By Asif Iqbal Shaik
- 6 years ago