One of the most thrilling aspects of purchasing the 3G iPhone was seeing the size of the power adaptor. Seriously, having been a Zune/Blackjack user for the last year, it was a relief to find out that the adaptor was lighter & smaller than the actual device… by a large margin. The design is so good, in fact, that I’m going to continue using it until I can easily get a replacement even at the risk of “electric shock”. And THAT is how powerful functional design can be.
Apple Recalls All iPhone 3G Power Adapters – ReadWriteWeb
Apple is definitely having a string of bad luck lately. Today, the company announced that it is recalling the power adapters for all iPhone 3Gs sold in the United States, Canada, Japan, and all Latin American countries that use American style plugs. Apparently, the metal prongs on the adapters can break off and remain stuck in the power outlet, creating a serious risk of electric shock.