Samsung is considering a strategic move to reintroduce the acclaimed Galaxy Note 7 model back into the market. Recent reports from South Korea disclose Samsung’s plans to release refurbished Galaxy Note 7 units in developing markets such as India and Vietnam. To facilitate this relaunch, the company will swap out the problematic 3500mAh batteries for replacements with power capacities ranging between 3000mAh to 3200mAh.
Samsung Sell Refurbished Galaxy Note 7 in India & Vietnam – Overview
Following the disclosure of the investigation findings regarding the Note 7’s malfunctions, Samsung publicly acknowledged the two battery-related issues that triggered the combustion incidents last month. The investigation revealed that the battery irregularities stemmed from the suppliers—highlighting variations in size and manufacturing flaws within the batteries.
Samsung has managed to reclaim 98% of the Galaxy Note 7 units through the extensive global recall effort. By refurbishing these smartphones, Samsung aims to recover from the financial setbacks faced during the Note 7 debacle. The refurbished devices will undergo a battery replacement, transitioning to a power range of 3000mAh to 3200mAh, necessitating alterations in the back panel design due to battery installation. While the refurbished units will feature a different appearance than the recalled models, the core specifications will remain unchanged, including shipping with Android 7.0 Nougat.
Given its refurbished status, the reissued Galaxy Note 7 is anticipated to be priced significantly lower than the original model. Samsung’s pricing strategy for the refurbished units aims to strike a balance between affordability for consumers and recouping losses post-recall. In addition to bolstering financial recovery, repurposing these devices offers Samsung a sustainable approach to handling the recalled units, aligning with environmental regulations. With these considerations in mind, the impending availability of the refurbished Galaxy Note 7 prompts a question: Would you consider purchasing one when the revitalized model hits the market?
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