Samsung Electronics CEO, DJ Koh holds a Galaxy Fold image: Samsung

Samsung has delayed the launch of the Galaxy Fold, the foldable smartphone it unveiled in February amid reports of breakdowns during tests ahead of an official launch previously scheduled for the 26th of April. Samsung says initial findings from the assessment of report issues on the phone’s display showed that the breakdowns could be linked to impact on the top and bottom exposed areas of the hinge.

The company also said there was an instance where substances founded inside the device affected the performance of its display. “We will take measures to strengthen the display protection. We will also enhance the guidance on care and use of the display including the protective layer so that our customers get the most out of their Galaxy Fold.” Samsung said in a statement.

Samsung Galaxy Fold image: Samsung

The company says some reviews showed “how the device needs further improvements that could ensure the best possible user experience” and that it plans to announce a new release date “in the coming weeks.”

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