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Apple Recalls iPhone 3G Power Adapters

First there was a problem with its 3G reception, now the iPhone 3G is faced again with another problem - shock hazard cause by its Ultracompact USB Power Adapter that comes with every iPhone 3G.

In its website, Apple said that under certain conditions the new ultracompact Apple USB power adapter’s metal prongs can break off and remain in a power outlet, creating a risk of electric shock. Apple added that they have received reports of detached blades involving a very small percentage of the adapters sold, but no injuries have been reported.

Countries that are affected by the problem are iPhone 3G sold in the US, Japan, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Peru. Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, and Panama are countries where the adapter was sold as an accessory.

Apple is advising its users to immediately stop using them until they exchange them for a new, redesigned ultracompact adapter. Instead, Apple iPhone 3G owners should charge their iPhone 3G by connecting it to their computer with the USB cable that came with their iPhone or by using a standard-sized Apple USB Power Adapter (with fold up prongs) or with a third party adapter designed to work with the iPhone, such as a car charger.

For more information, visit http://www.apple.com/support/usbadapter/exchangeprogram/

Source: http://asia.cnet.com

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