The WAN Show - More "Hot Water" for the Galaxy Note 7 - September 30th 2016
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The WAN Show from September 30, 2016 dives into the Galaxy Note 7 battery overheating issue and the broader implications for Samsung and the smartphone landscape. The hosts discuss replacement units potentially overheating during charging, and they analyze how this issue compared to earlier reports of battery problems and device recalls. They consider the possibility that chargers, usage patterns, and regional variables could influence observed behavior, while noting Samsung’s statements that the battery issue is not simply about the battery design itself. The conversation then shifts to other technology news, including a US warning to Samsung washing machine owners following explosion reports, and a UK advertising agency ASA investigating Hello Games over false advertising related to No Man’s Sky. The hosts provide a running commentary on the implications for consumer trust, regulation, and the evolving standards for marketing claims in tech.”
Topics · technology · consumer-electronics · telecommunications · internet-culture
Questions answered
- What battery issue was discussed about the Galaxy Note 7 in the WAN Show episode from September 30, 2016?
- The hosts discussed reports that Galaxy Note 7 replacement units might overheat and drain the battery during charging, and the debate over whether the issue was related to batteries or charging behavior.
- What regulatory or advertising topics were covered in the same show?
- They covered a US warning to Samsung washing machine owners after explosion reports and a UK ASA investigation into Hello Games over alleged false advertising related to No Man’s Sky.
- What streaming feature related to Twitch Prime was explained during the show?
- They explained that Twitch Prime offers one free channel subscription per month to Amazon Prime members, and discussed how it integrates with game promotions and discounts.