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Everything you need to know if you’ve been relying on this device for business or personal use.
The Galaxy Note 7 has officially been recalled because of a glitch that has caused many of these mobile phones to explode and cause fires. This technology blunder has become well publicized, so much so that even President Obama has made a joke about it. The attention it has gained is warranted considering this is one the biggest mass problems we’ve ever seen from smart phones. So what does this mean for you if you’ve been using these devices for business or personal use? Take a look at everything you need to know about this recall and what you should do if you are still in possession of this device.
About the Recall
At first, the devices were simply being replaced with “safe” new phones. However, it was later deemed that these upgrades were just as unsafe as the originals. Total recall has been called on all old and new models. Consequently, Samsung shares have taken a significant hit. The future of the device is still unknown, along with what specifically was causing these problems.
What Galaxy Note 7 Owners Need to Do
Despite the damage that has been caused, a lot of people have opted to keep using their Galaxy Note 7s. BGR reports that “The Galaxy Note 7 has harmed people and caused tens, perhaps even hundreds of thousands of dollars of damage to users’ property.” Yet, more than 1 million people are still using the device. The situation is so serious that in the United States, you can’t board a plane with the device. Not only is this a threat to your safety, it is also a threat to the safety of others around you. There is no excuse to still use this device in any capacity. In fact, getting a replacement should be hassle-free since it is such a serious issue. Take your phone to the place of purchase and you should be able to get a full refund.
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