X-Ray Scans Reveal the Hidden Risks of Cheap Batteries
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The article discusses how X-ray scans reveal potential safety risks in cheap lithium-ion batteries due to manufacturing defects, sparking consideration of the trade-offs between cost and safety.
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robthebrew
3 months ago
Is this an advert for OEM batteries?
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