FBI: Beware of fake batteries, here’s what to watch out for

The FBI has issued a public service announcement (PSA) warning consumers of the risks of buying counterfeit batteries for their devices. The bureau warns that scammers are using “vulnerabilities in the global supply chain” and constant consumer demand for new batteries to sell a variety of counterfeits and unauthorized replicas online. The FBI warns that counterfeit batteries are dangerous to consumers and their devices as they don’t undergo the same testing as original equipment manufacturer (OEM) batteries.Also: Is your iPhone ‘Charging On Hold’? What it means and what to doThe FBI’s warning is not specific to laptops or smartphones, which makes sense given that batteries are now found in everything from cars, scooters, e-bikes, e-cigarettes and trains to drones and more. Sometimes they need to be replaced. The FBI only notes that “reputable OEMs will recommend a compatible…

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