Apple Recalls 1.8 Million Computers
On the heels of the recent Dell recall, Apple Computers recalled 1.8 million of its own laptops for battery fire risk. Apple received reports of nine overheating batteries, with 2 of the reports involving minor burns to the users. Both Dell and Apple use batteries made by Sony, and Sony is expected to assist the companies in the cost of the recall. The effected computers include:
| Computer model name | Battery model number | Battery serial numbers |
|---|---|---|
| 12-inch iBook G4 | A1061 | ZZ338 through ZZ427 3K429 through 3K611 6C519 through 6C552 |
| 12-inch PowerBook G4 | A1079 | ZZ411 through ZZ427 3K428 through 3K611 |
| 15-inch PowerBook G4 | A1078 and A1148 | 3K425 through 3K601 6N530 through 6N551 6N601 |