The
potential downside of "overcharging" our phones, which means leaving
them plugged in after they've fully charged, may decrease the battery's
effectiveness over time. However, what about the impact on the charger? Leaving
the charger constantly plugged into the wall outlet, whether it's behind the
bed or next to the sofa, could be costing us money or posing a safety risk.
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There
have been numerous reports of phones catching fire or exploding while charging.
Apart from using a genuine charger, it's essential to ensure that nothing
covers your phone during charging, allowing the generated heat to disperse
safely.
Regrettably,
using the phone while it's charging can pose a danger to the user, as seen in
the case of a 13-year-old girl from the United States.
The
girl's mother noticed peculiar red marks on her daughter's neck after she
complained of pain.
The
burns were severe, prompting her mother to take her to the doctor's. At the
hospital, it was discovered that she sustained them while talking to a friend
with her phone plugged into a wall charger. The presence of a metal necklace
caused an electric arc, resulting in the burns.
The
mother is now sharing her daughter's story to prevent others from experiencing
the same burns her daughter did.
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