‘Samsung Galaxy J5’ Exploded! J5 In Danger of Becoming the Next ''Galaxy Note 7'? J5 Explosions Reported?

Samsung is under tremendous pressure since its "Galaxy Note 7" blast and finally the firm decided to kill off the premium device. Now, it seems to be setting another debacle for the smartphone major. "Samsung Galaxy J5", the mid-level smartphone is also facing the same issue of Note 7. In France, a "Samsung Galaxy J5" reportedly exploded last week, which can further downsize the fortunes of the firm if repeated.

Lamya Bouyirdane, who owned the device spoke to the media that before her "Samsung Galaxy J5" exploded, it became very hot and fumes came out of it. She dropped the phone to the floor and it caught fire and blown up. Interestingly, the image of the "Samsung Galaxy J5" that exploded was also shared in the social media .

Now a #Samsung #GalaxyJ5 has exploded in France https://t.co/ppUFYdUJ16 pic.twitter.com/GTNpqJ3BRf

— TechShout (@techshout) November 8, 2016

However, this can be considered as the first case that a "Samsung Galaxy J5" exploded since it released in April. The concerns are due to the issues Samsung devices faced recently, per reports. Apart from Note 7 blast, Samsung Washing machines also recalled considering the injury risks. At this point of time, it can be considered as an isolated incident, considering the "Samsung Galaxy J5" is already available in the market for more than 6 months.

Further speaking to the media, Bouyirdane confirmed that she purchased the "Samsung Galaxy J5" in June and her son was holding the phone just before the blast. She also reported that she plans to take Samsung to court on the issue. Samsung spokesperson however generously responded that it will investigate the matter but it sees customer safety as the top priority. He also said that the issue of Note 7 can't be mixed with "Samsung Galaxy J5", as it was specific to the device.

Mobile battery are now world's smallest bomb. Hope not, next terrorist attack is planned with mobile battery. #Galaxyj5 #Note7 #Samsung — Uchit Shah (@uchitshah) November 7, 2016

It is safe to assume that all the electronic device manufacturers have to look for proper R&D and testing to make the devices safe and secure. It should be understood that when sophisticated devices are manufactured, it also increases the risks of multiple technical issues, manufacturing defects etc. Also, it is reported that global climatic changes affecting the electronic devices especially batteries. The latest incidents on Samsung Galaxy J5 and Galaxy Note 7 explosion should compel the firms to take corrective steps.