New and Noteworthy: Sony Batteries Back in the Hot Seat
New and Noteworthy: Sony Batteries Back in the Hot Seat
Sony Batteries Back in the Hot Seat Creative Mac reports that yet another laptop recall has been issued due to malfunctions associated with Sony Corp.'s batteries. IBM Corp. and Lenovo Inc. are recalling more than half a million rechargeable lithium-ion battery packs used in ThinkPad notebook computers sold worldwide. "In response to the recent recalls, Sony announced today its support of the Dell and Apple recalls and revealed plans to initiate a global replacement program for its affected battery packs. The company said it is discussing the plan with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and that more details will be forthcoming." More.
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