On May 11, 2026, a consumer in South Korea encountered a perilous incident: while browsing the web on their Samsung Galaxy S24, the device's battery suddenly expanded, leading to a fire and subsequent explosion. Notably, the phone was neither charging, nor had it been subjected to any drops or repairs prior to the event. The user sustained minor burns to their hand as a result. Following a thorough investigation, the local fire department determined that the fire's characteristics were consistent with those of a lithium battery combustion. They emphasized that such instances of spontaneous combustion during normal, light usage are relatively uncommon. As of the current moment, Samsung has yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident. However, the head of the local Samsung service center has reached out to the affected user. Industry experts predict that Samsung will likely initiate a recall of the device for comprehensive technical investigation.