galaxy note – PSafe Blog https://www.psafe.com/en/blog Articles and news about Mobile Security, Android, Apps, Social Media and Technology in general. Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:49:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cropped-psafe_blog_purple-shield-32x32.png galaxy note – PSafe Blog https://www.psafe.com/en/blog 32 32 <![CDATA[Here’s How to Return Your Galaxy Note 7]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/heres-return-galaxy-note-7/ Mon, 07 Nov 2016 21:16:53 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=5541 Here’s How to Return Your Galaxy Note 7
By now, you should want to get rid of your Galaxy Note 7 as quickly as possible or run the risk of it exploding. Read on to learn how to return your phone.

Whether you have turned on the news, talked to your friends, or have been on an airplane lately, you know that the Galaxy Note 7 is dangerous. The Samsung phone has been making headlines lately due to its damaged lithium ion batteries overheating to the point of eventually exploding. This problem has cost Samsung an estimated $3 billion in losses through returns and exchanges. However, Galaxy Note 7 owners can’t just head to their local store to give back their cell phone. Instead, Samsung has set up their own recall kit.

Samsung has sent out heat-resistant recall kits to its customers who have purchased a Galaxy Note 7. If you received one of these kits, you know that Samsung is not messing around with its return process. The kit consists of four separate boxes. The box that the phone is supposed to go in is even thermally insulated. Make sure that you wear the provided protective gloves while you are packing up your explosively defective device.

Read More: Everything You Need to Know About the Galaxy Note 7 Recall

The recall kit even says on its outermost box that it is forbidden to transport the Galaxy Note 7 by aircraft. If you have taken a flight recently, during the instructions to switch your phone to “airplane mode” your flight attendant will have said “turn your Galaxy Note 7 off completely.”

Once you have returned your Galaxy Note 7 and have received your new phone, download PowerPRO by PSafe.

If your Galaxy Note 7 has been affected by this recall, please return it as quickly as possible. Do not take it on an aircraft and do not keep it in your home. Return it to Samsung and treat yourself to a new device!

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<![CDATA[Don’t Let Your Phone Explode: Keep Your Battery Cool]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/dont-let-phone-explode-keep-battery-cool/ Tue, 11 Oct 2016 21:39:12 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=4596 That hot phone in your hand might feel as though it could melt through a table, but at least it’s not on fire. Yet.

Recently, Samsung made headlines for issuing a global recall of the Note 7 after faulty components caused the battery to explode or catch fire due to overheating. While the prospect of a self-combusting cellular device might make you think twice about handling your phone, the good news is there are steps you can take to keep your phone’s temp in check.

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Even if you don’t own a Samsung Note, excessive temperatures are nothing to ignore. Many smartphones have a tendency to run hot during prolonged use or while charging. Overheating can do a number on your phone’s internal components. A lithium-ion battery kept consistently at 77 degrees fahrenheit will lose around 20 percent of its overall capacity, and that number jumps the hotter it gets. Even more worrisome, the heat produced by electronics can cause rashes or burns on skin over time. Keep your phone cool by following these tips.

Avoid Hot Places
Ambient temperatures can contribute to the internal temperature of your device. While it’s not possible to prevent exposure to some heat during the summer, you can limit the damage by not leaving your phone in a hot car or in direct sunlight. It might sound tempting to keep your phone in the fridge, but the cold and condensation won’t do you any favors, either.

Limit Useage
Large games and apps that force your screen to remain on are more likely to cause overheating, but the fact is the more you use your device without taking a break, the hotter it will get. If you feel your phone start to heat up, turn off the screen, remove the case, and let it be until it cools down. It’s also best to avoid using your device while it’s charging.

Keep it Clean
The more apps and processes your phone is forced to run in the background, the more prone it will be to warming up. Be sure to get rid of apps you no longer use to keep everything running smoothly.

Use PSafe Total’s CPU Cooler
Most importantly, download PSafe Total! The free app includes a feature called the CPU Cooler, which will cool down your device when it starts to get too hot. It also works to eliminate lag time on your phone.

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<![CDATA[Everything You Need to Know About the Galaxy Note7 Recall]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/everything-need-know-galaxy-note7-recall/ Wed, 05 Oct 2016 22:51:52 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=4431 Are people’s phones really catching on fire? In short: yes. It’s true that users have reported their Note7s actually catching on fire and — in some cases — exploded, prompting the current recall. Read on to see what the deal is and whether your phone is affected.

What Happened?
Samsung has released an official statement blaming faulty battery cells used in some Note7s for the problem. These defective battery cells become overheated when used heavily and charged for long periods. Reports indicate that a manufacturing error caused too much pressure to be placed on plates inside the battery cells. Because of this, positive and negative poles inside the cells came into contact with one another, which created the excess heat.

Read More: The Benefits of Upgrading Your Hard Drive

How Do I Know Which Phones are Affected?
All Samsung Galaxy Note7 phones that were purchased prior to September 15, 2016 are included in the recall. While retailers have been instructed to remove the defective phones from their shelves, there is a chance some could still be on the market. Before you buy a new Note7, examine the packaging closely. If the box has an “S” mark and/or a black square on the label, it is a new phone deemed safe by Samsung. If you don’t see either of those indicators on the label, do not purchase the phone. If you’re not sure, talk to the salesperson. If you already have a Note7, you can enter your phone’s IMEI number on Samsung’s recall website to find out if it’s a defective model.

What Do I Do If My Phone Is Affected?
If you do have one of the recalled Note7s, turn it off immediately and do not plug it in to charge. Take it back to the retail store where you purchased it as soon as possible. Or, you can call Samsung directly at 1-800-SAMSUNG. Samsung is offering affected customers the option to trade their old Note7 for a new, fixed Note7. As an alternative, you can choose to trade in your Note7 for a Galaxy S& or S7 Edge (and Samsung will refund the difference in price between the devices). You can also exchange your Note7 accessories for new or equivalent products.

If you haven’t done so yet, return your recalled Note7 right away. Should this whole situation make customers wary of purchasing Samsung devices in the future? Not necessarily. The company has a great track record, and the swift response to the current situation is a good indicator that they are committed to making it up to their customers going forward.

Whether you have a Note7 or a different smartphone, do what you can to keep it cool with PSafe Total’s CPU cooler.

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<![CDATA[A Brief Overview of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7]]> https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/brief-overview-samsung-galaxy-note-7/ Tue, 27 Sep 2016 21:23:16 +0000 https://www.psafe.com/en/blog/?p=4172 The Samsung Galaxy Note 7 exploded in popularity upon its release. Literally. In mid-September, Samsung recalled the device because the battery cells were combusting and exploding in customers’ pockets. Samsung will reimburse all users with money or a new, unaffected Note 7 if they trade in their phones beginning on September 21.

Despite this daunting flaw in the device, there are several pros that are worth noting. First of all, while it has been proven that the phone isn’t fireproof, it is water resistant and won’t short circuit if exposed to liquids. Moreover, the phone is a thing of beauty. It contains a sleek wraparound glass and a stylish stylist called the “S pen” that comes attached to the phone.

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Moreover, the storage has increased 2x from the Edge. While the Edge only contains 32GB of storage space, the Note 7 has 64GB. There is also an ocular iris scanner that is used to unlock your phone. This is a much more efficacious security system, as the PIN number you usually use is susceptible to hacking. There is also a fingerprint scanner if you wish to use your finger in lieu of your eye to unlock your device. Lastly, Samsung flaunts the long lasting battery life that comes with the Note 7.

Unfortunately, there are also some cons to the device that are important to assess — other than catching on fire. First of all, the price tag alone is enough to turn away a good number of customers. Some of the versions of the phone exceed $900! Plus, the iris scanner has been reported as faulty. Several Note users complained about the complexity of this new technology, and they much prefer the simplicity of the PIN number.

Now that I’ve got my phone, how can I make it run at optimal speed?
Download the PSafe Total app. This application contains a variety of tools that will ensure your device is running at its best potential.

For example, The App Manager removes applications that you do not want to keep on your device. It uninstalls the application with just one click and allows you to make a backup.

Moreover, The Game Booster allows for a better experience with device gaming. With this tool, you can allow PSafe Total to optimize your downloaded games whenever you start playing.

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