Your Exynos Galaxy phone might restart if you click this link
Android Authority • • technology
Key Points:
- A specific webpage related to Fairphone Gen 6 OS is causing Samsung phones with Exynos chips, including models like the Galaxy S24, S25 Ultra, A56, and Tab S10 FE, to instantly reboot upon loading the site.
- The issue affects multiple browsers such as Chrome, Samsung Internet, and Google app, with some users reporting prolonged loading times and device overheating before the crash; Firefox appears less affected.
- Devices with Snapdragon chips, as well as Pixel phones and iPhones, do not experience this problem, indicating the issue is specific to Exynos chipsets and possibly linked to Wi-Fi usage.
- Samsung has not yet commented on the problem, but the widespread reports suggest an official response or fix may be forthcoming; meanwhile, users are advised to avoid visiting the problematic webpage.
