Why Are Exploding Laptops Still a Concern?

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A Dell laptop reportedly exploded at a conference in Osaka, Japan, with digital photos documenting the incident. Dell confirmed the event and stated that they have begun an investigation into the matter, though they did not disclose the specific model of the laptop involved. The discussion touches on the increasing power demands of smaller batteries, highlighting concerns about safety as battery technology evolves. The incident is reminiscent of previous battery-related accidents, including a case where a cellphone battery explosion caused serious injury.
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http://www.theinquirer.net/default.aspx?article=32550

confirmed by Dell:
http://www.cnn.com/2006/TECH/ptech/06/28/dell.laptop.reut/index.html
The report of an exploding laptop at a conference in Osaka, Japan, accompanied by digital photos, was first published on technology industry news Web site The Inquirer last week.
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"We have captured the notebook and have begun investigating the event," Dell spokeswoman Anne Camden said, confirming the computer was made by Dell but declining to specify the model.

A nice illustration of a redox reaction. :rolleyes:
 
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They expect so much power out of batteries these days and they keep getting smaller and smaller...I remember a couple months ago some girl got her fingers partially blown off when a cellphone battery exploded. Maybe that's why they are called notebooks now instead of laptops?