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Samsung faces fines for throttling Galaxy gaming performance

Source: Android AuthorityStephen SchenckOctober 27, 2026
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Samsung has received a multi-million-dollar fine from Korea's Fair Trade Commission for throttling smartphone performance during gaming on Galaxy devices. The practice, first discovered during the Galaxy S22 era, involved limiting performance to prevent overheating. The company had already faced multiple legal challenges over this issue, including class-action litigation.

Key points

  • Korea Fair Trade Commission issued significant fine for throttling
  • Performance limitation was applied during gaming to avoid overheating
  • Galaxy S22 era originated the controversy
  • Multiple legal cases already underway against Samsung

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