Galaxy S24 and S25 users face severe battery drain and overheating after April 2026 update
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Updated · Android Authority · Apr 27
Galaxy S24 and S25 users face severe battery drain and overheating after April 2026 update
8 articles · Updated · Android Authority · Apr 27
A recent survey found that over 75% of Galaxy S24 and S25 owners report rapid battery depletion and overheating following the April 2026 security patch.
Some users say their phones lose charge within hours, even after replacing batteries, and also report issues like malfunctioning messages.
Samsung has not yet acknowledged the widespread problem, leaving affected users without an official fix or explanation for the cause.
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