Apple recalling three-prong wall plug adapters used in UK, HK, SingaporeIf you have Apple's old AC wall adapter for the U.K., H.K., or Singapore, you should get it exchanged now.
Apple is recalling an AC wall plug adapter mainly used in the U.K., Hong Kong, and Singapore, included with devices between 2003 and 2010, as well as in the company's Apple World Travel Adapter Kit.
From Apple:
Apple today announced a voluntary recall of AC wall plug adapters designed for use primarily in Hong Kong, Singapore and the United Kingdom. In very rare cases, affected Apple three-prong wall plug adapters may break and create a risk of electrical shock if touched. These wall plug adapters shipped with Mac and certain iOS devices between 2003 and 2010 and were also included in the Apple World Travel Adapter Kit. Apple is aware of six incidents worldwide.
The recall does not affect any Apple USB power adapters.
Because customer safety is a top priority, Apple is asking customers to stop using affected plug adapters. Customers should visit apple.com/support/...
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Apple recalling three-prong wall plug adapters used in UK, HK, Singapore
