Samsung 'delays' release of folding Galaxy smartphone

Groundbreaking folding phone tech was an anticipated launch this year for Samsung

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A model holds a Samsung Galaxy Fold smart phone to her face, during a media preview event in London last week.
A model holds a Samsung Galaxy Fold smart phone to her face, during a media preview event in London last week.
AP

SAN FRANCISCO - Samsung on Monday said it is delaying the launch of its folding smartphone after trouble with handsets sent to reviewers.

Some reviewers who got their hands on the Galaxy Fold early reported problems with screens breaking.

Samsung said it decided to put off this week's planned release of the Fold after some reviews "showed us how the device needs further improvements."

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