AdvertisementSamsung Permanently Powers Down Galaxy Note 7 SmartphonesOctober 10, 2016Camila DomonoskeRichard GonzalesfacebookEmailSamsung says it is discontinuing production of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 after reports that its batteries overheat and catch fire. The U.S. government recommends powering down and not using the device even if it is a replacement phone. (AP)