A major hardware flaw has been discovered in at least one early unit of Samsung’s Galaxy Watch Ultra. A Reddit user shared images showing misaligned bezel markings and a potentially crooked display, indicating possible issues with the assembly.
Flaw Details
Reddit user named Ibuddhaa highlighted the issue. He noticed that the etched hour markings on the bezel of their Galaxy Watch Ultra did not align correctly with the display and lugs. This misalignment could indicate that the display was glued on incorrectly.
Images shared by Ibuddhaa showed the screen oddly aligned with respect to the watch lugs. This flaw, particularly frustrating given the watch’s starting price of $650, may affect user experience and aesthetics.
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Comparison with Other Products
Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Issues:
This problem surfaces amidst other quality control issues Samsung is facing, notably with the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Early reports on the buds revealed various defects like misaligned earbud joints, blue dye blemishes, loose case hinges, and improperly seated earbuds. These issues have contributed to negative feedback and concerns about Samsung’s quality control processes.
Sales Decline in Foldables:
Samsung is also experiencing a decline in sales for its new foldable devices, with lower pre-order numbers in South Korea compared to last year’s models. These combined issues could further impact consumer trust and satisfaction.
Isolated Incident?
So far, the misalignment issue with the Galaxy Watch Ultra appears to be isolated. No widespread reports have emerged, unlike the more rampant problems with the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. Other users with the same watch face as Ibuddhaa have not reported similar concerns, suggesting that this may not be a common issue.
Conclusion
The release of the Galaxy Watch Ultra with such design flaws as it appears, raises questions about Samsung’s quality control. While it seems to be an isolated case, it adds to the list of challenges Samsung faces with its recent product launches. Samsung suggests consumers check their devices thoroughly upon purchase and report any issues promptly.
