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Apple Recalls 1.8 Million PowerBook and iBook Batteries

Apple is recalling certain lithium-ion, rechargable batteries that were used with various models of its portable lines sold between October 2003 and August 2006. There is a possibility that these batteries can overheat, which could cause a fire risk. Affected machines sold in the United States include: * Apple PowerBook G4 12-inch and PowerBook G4 […]

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The Apple Core: Federal government clears MacBook Pro batteries

According to the Feds MacBook Pro owners concerned about the safety of their Lithium Ion battery packs can breathe a sigh of relief, but only if the battery serial number has been checked against Apple’s list of recalled cells noted in their voluntary exchange program. Recalled MacBook Pro batteries are identified by a serial number […]