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Samsung isn't sure why some Galaxy S26 Ultra screens are turning red
Samsung is investigating a discoloration defect affecting some Galaxy S26 Ultra screens. The company is reportedly looking into the issue internally to understand the cause of the red tint.
Nintendo of Europe to pay 40m fine for Joy-Con drift issues
Nintendo of Europe has agreed to pay a €35 million fine after a French regulator found the company misled consumers about Joy-Con drift defects on the original Nintendo Switch controllers. The investigation revealed Nintendo was aware of the issues as early as 2018 but did not inform customers until 2020, leading to unnecessary controller purchases. Nintendo denies intentionally misleading consumers and states the settlement is an amicable resolution.
Nintendo will pay a $40 million fine for faulty Joy-Cons
French authorities have imposed a fine of approximately $40 million on Nintendo due to issues with the Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con controllers. The penalty addresses reported faults with the detachable controllers.