Samsung Galaxy S25+ Reportedly Overheats and Catches Fire

In recent years, Samsung has become very cautious about preventing overheating problems that could cause phones to catch fire. However, an incident has recently come to light that raises new safety concerns about the company’s latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S25+. The device reportedly overheated while the user was holding it and caught fire.

A Galaxy S25+ fire incident surfaced on the web; the cause remains unknown

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a solid pick for those who want a larger screen and pro-grade performance. The phone features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, along with a larger vapor chamber for better heat management. A 4,900 mAh battery powers the device with support for 45W fast charging. Reports of the Galaxy S25+ catching fire are quite rare. In June this year, we heard of a battery explosion that happened during charging. But now, another incident has surfaced online, raising fresh concerns.

In a post on Samsung’s Korean community forum, a Galaxy S25+ user shared the terrifying experience. They wrote, “I was holding the S25+ in my hand and it started to overheat and make a loud noise, so I threw it on the floor and it started to ash. Samsung Service Center said that the cause is unknown after investigation”. The user said the incident happened while the phone was not charging, ruling out a charging-related malfunction.

Samsung’s official safety guidelines include a bunch of precautions to help users prevent overheating issues on its Galaxy smartphones. For example, the company advises customers not to store their devices in very cold or very hot environments. Users should not expose their devices to direct sunlight for extended periods.

It’s unclear what exactly caused the Galaxy S25+ to overheat and catch fire. Even Samsung’s Service Center was unable to figure out the cause after investigation. Thankfully, the company offered the affected user a refund for the damaged device. We will let you know if Samsung comments on this matter.