I saw the scare mongering on the news, different stations, and different websources, about how flights were in danger of exploding batteries. Ya know, the media should really check their sources before screaming "The Sky is falling!".
This is the real story about it below:
Dell recalls 4.1 million batteries
Yes, a HANDFUL (6 out of 4.1 million) of Dell laptop batteries have overheated and caused property damage, and no, I repeat no injuries or damage to airplanes.
So, instead of just reporting the Dell recall, the talking heads take this opportunity to inflate the danger to any and all battery operated items will cause planes to fall.
Now I know TV and News sources survive on ratings and viewing audience numbers, but they really need to do so responsibly. People doing this sort of 'reporting' should be held accountable.
This is the real story about it below:
Dell recalls 4.1 million batteries
Yes, a HANDFUL (6 out of 4.1 million) of Dell laptop batteries have overheated and caused property damage, and no, I repeat no injuries or damage to airplanes.
So, instead of just reporting the Dell recall, the talking heads take this opportunity to inflate the danger to any and all battery operated items will cause planes to fall.
Now I know TV and News sources survive on ratings and viewing audience numbers, but they really need to do so responsibly. People doing this sort of 'reporting' should be held accountable.
