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Apple has issued an urgent warning to anyone who owns this particular charger.
The tech giant has recalled the product after it was deemed to be a fire risk.
The popular power bank was being sold in the Apple Store and at other retailers but is now considered to be a safety hazard.
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The charger itself is by Belkin and is the BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch and Power Bank 10K which was released in May 2023.
The product costs $160 to buy and if you’re worried you might have a faulty one, the power bank features the model number BPD005.
The problem with the charger is that it overheats, putting it at risk of catching fire.
In a statement, Belkin said: “Place your BPD005 in a safe, dry location away from anything flammable or anything that can damage the power bank,' Belkin shared in the announcement.
“Do not place your power bank into any trash or recycling bins.”
It went on to say: “If you have purchased the Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K, BPD005, it is important that you immediately stop using it, disconnect it from any power supply or other products, and contact us for further instructions.
“No injuries have been reported, and no other Belkin wireless chargers or any other Belkin products are affected by this recall.”
The accessory company went on to share that all customers who bought the product would be refunded.
This isn’t the first time that Belkin has had to issue a recall due to a fire risk.
Back in 2021, its Boost Charge Portable Wireless Charger + Stand Special Edition (WIZ003), was pulled from the shelves after a defect meant that it could cause a fire.
There were also shock hazards identified with the product.
At the time, it was being sold at the Apple Store but is no longer available to purchase.
Accessory maker Anker also recalled its MagGo Battery (PowerCore 10K), Power Bank and MagGo Power Bank after finding that the lithium-ion battery could overheat.
Anker said: “Although only a small number of batteries (a batch used in the products from January 3, 2024, to September 17, 2024) may be affected by this issue, out of an abundance of caution, we are reaching out to all customers to begin a Recall program.
“Immediately stop using this product. Do not throw the power bank into the trash or recycling bin. Please dispose of your device at a facility that accepts lithium batteries.”
