Samsung Has Replaced Most Of Its Recalled Galaxy Note 7s

By  |  November 7, 2016
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Reuters reported that Samsung announced Friday (Nov. 4) that it has replaced 85 percent of its recalled Galaxy Note 7 devices thus far. Samsung recalled 2.5 million in early September following reports of phones catching fire. Samsung also plans to release a software update that will prohibit phones from charging above 60 percent to counter the issue.

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    The Galaxy Note recall has given competitors Apple, LG and Google the opportunity to take in new customers, but Samsung reports most users opted to receive a replacement Samsung smartphone. Samsung also recently recalled 2.8 million top-load washers after reports of injuries from drum balance issues.


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