April 1, 2026, 2:21 pm | Read time: 2 minutes
Samsung smartphones may currently experience issues when visiting certain websites. Reports indicate that simply accessing a specific subpage can cause devices to malfunction.
According to “Winfuture,” a subpage of Fairphone’s homepage is at the center of this issue. Notably, it appears that almost exclusively Samsung devices are affected. Users should be cautious and open such links carefully.
Problems with Certain Combinations
Several user reports, highlighted by “PiunikaWeb,” reveal a clear pattern. The error mainly occurs when a page related to the Google-free Android system e/OS is opened via the Chrome browser.
The effects vary: Some smartphones crash immediately, while others become unresponsive or even unusually hot. The problematic link is currently spreading online. At the same time, more affected users are reporting similar experiences, suggesting a larger issue.
Certain Chipsets in Focus
Currently, it seems that Samsung smartphones with Exynos processors are primarily affected. Devices with Qualcomm chips, which are also found in Ultra models of the Galaxy S series, do not appear to be affected. In some cases, users report that switching from Wi-Fi to mobile data can help, though this is not a permanent solution.
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Neither Samsung nor Fairphone has officially commented on the issue yet. The exact cause remains unclear.