(Credit: Belkin)
If you've purchased a charger produced by Belkin recently, it's probably a good idea to check the model as soon as you possibly can.
The manufacturer is recalling its BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K due to battery issues that could cause fire. The manufacturer put the issue down to a defect that can “in some circumstances cause the portable wireless battery charger’s lithium cell component to overheat”.
The device, released in May 2023, offered consumers a combination of USB-C and Apple Watch charging while on the go.
All owners will be offered a full refund, although you'll need to fill out Belkin's online recall form and enter your device's serial number. This can be found in white text on the back of the charger, next to the device's model number, and near the Apple Watch charging pad.
If you've scratched or damaged the serial number beyond recognition, you'll need to upload a copy of the purchase receipt alongside a photo clearly showing the front and back of the device.
No injuries have been reported as a result of the defect as of yet, and no other Belkin wireless chargers or any other Belkin products are thought to be affected by the issue.
Belkin advises owners to immediately stop using their charges and disconnect them from their power supply, before then storing the devices in a safe, dry location away from anything flammable or anything that can damage the power bank. Belkin also warns users to avoid putting the power bank into trash or recycling bins.
It wasn't long ago in 2024 that we saw another major manufacturer recall some of their flagship portable chargers. In September 2024, Anker recalled three of its products "due to certain manufacturing conditions", including models of the Anker 334 MagGo Battery, Anker Power Bank, and the Anker MagGo Power Ban.
Anker likewise advised users to check their products' serial numbers and safely dispose of impacted models as soon as possible.