Sparking iPods

A government agency in Japan is investigating reports of a sparking iPod. A first generation iPod Nano owner claims that the device began to emit sparks while it was recharging. The claim occurred on January 8, 2008, somewhere near TokyoVNUNet: Japan investigates iPod Nano Fire (March 12, 2008).

As an update to Japan's inquiry into sparking iPods, Engadget reports through their translation that a warning has been issued to Apple Japan for failing to report the sparking iPod immediately after the event transpired.Engadget: Japan Orders Apple to Investigate Exploding iPod Nanos (March 12, 2008) Apple Japan will handle the investigation into the sparking iPods. On August 19, 2008, Apple released a statement that they are acknowledging the defect in first generation iPod and will issue replacement units — "Any first generation iPod nano customers who have experienced their battery overheating should contact AppleCare for a replacement. Any other customers who have concerns about their first generation iPod nano battery should also contact AppleCare."Engadget: Apple Admits To iPod Nano...Sparks, Will Replace... (August 19, 2008) In the recall, over 400,000 Apple products could be affected in Japan alone.VNUNet: Japan investigates iPod Nano Fire (March 12, 2008)