MILLIONS of Apple customers have been told to check their charger over a fire hazard warning - and, if they have one specific model, stop using it straight away. Electronics company Belkin has recalled the product over fears that the devices are at risk of overheating. Advertisement 2 The Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K has been recalled over a potential fire hazard Credit: Belkin 2 The portable wireless charger has a manufacturing defect which could cause the lithium cell component to overheat Credit: Belkin The Belkin BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K has a manufacturing defect which could cause the lithium cell component to overheat, according to the company.
In a statement posted on its website, Belkin advised customers to check for model number BPD005 to see whether they have the potentially faulty charger - which is specifically for the smart watches, rather than iPhones. It then warned any owners to follow precise instructions in order to prevent further risk - including how to dispose of it. The statement read: "It is important that you immediately stop using it, disconnect it from any power supply or other products, and contact us for further instructions.
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