According to reports, in Winnipeg, a Galaxy S7 smartphone has exploded in the hands of a person, leading to second-degree burns. Here are some ways to protect yourself from catastrophe.
A 34-year-old guy named Amarjit Mann was out driving on a Sunday morning. The device in the man's pocket began to get warm.
He stopped the car and pulled his phone out of his pocket; however when he did, the device exploded in his hands, leaving second-degree burns. Also, the wrists of the man were caught in the blast, sustaining third-degree burns, CTV News reported.
Mann said that this is a nightmare for him, he has never seen anything like this. He should have lost his eyes, or his cheeks or anything could have occurred. He further said that he was lucky enough that he did not have the device to his ear when it began to combust.
Amarjit Mann managed to throw out the smartphone from the vehicle before it caused more injuries, Mashable reported.
Doctors have told Mann that he has to recover for four weeks before he can continue his work as a mechanic.
Given below are few tips to follow that can help protect people and their smartphone from catastrophe. The warning signs that a person's battery is damaged and may explode include swelling, popping or a hissing sound.
Users should stop charging their device it if becomes too hot. They should let their device to cool down before charging it again and ensure that they do not cover their device to allow heat escape properly.
Users should stick to first-party chargers. They should use the charger included in the box to ensure that their device is getting the optimal current and voltage. If they are using a device with a Quick Charge or USB Type-C port, they should stick with the cable that came in the box.
They should not charge their device in bed. Users should be mindful of where they charge their smartphone.
They should avoid charging for a long period of time in hot places, such as leaving their device on a vehicle dashboard, next to a radiator, or in sunlight on hot days.
If users do happen to observe their battery swelling, they should unplug their device and remove the battery (battery should be user removable).
Users should not attempt to dispose of the smartphone or the battery in the trash. They should get rid of their batteries at electronics retailers such as Best Buy or at authorized disposal facilities.
If their smartphone or battery is damaged as a result of an exploded or a swollen battery, users should take their phone to the retailer that they bought it from or get in touch with the smartphone manufacturer. A replacement phone or battery will generally be issued, particularly if they have a warranty.