We bring you the curious news of the day, although we could also call it worrying. And wearables have become an ideal alternative for those who want to always be connected. In fact, there are not a few of us editors of Actualidad iPhone that we have an Apple Watch or some similar derivative as wireless headphones. However, what we had not planned until now is how a possible explosive accident can affect this type of electronics that is so "stuck to our skin." That is exactly what happened to a lady with her Fitbit Flex 2, exploding and causing some physical damage that put the manufacturer on alarm.
According to the medium ABC News, a lady named Dina Mitchell, was reading a book at her home in Wisconsin (United States of America), when her Fitbit Flex 2 spontaneously exploded, causing second degree burns. Fitbit spokesperson has reached out to Engadget and has given you the following explanation about it:
We are extremely dismayed by this matter. Mrs. Mitchell has been damaged by her Flex 2 and that is a very serious matter. The health and safety of our clients is a priority in the company. Fitbit products are designed and produced according to strict and expensive quality standards. In addition, an external audit is carried out.
We have spoken with Ms. Mitchell and are actively investigating this issue. We don't want to give people reasons to stop buying our products like the Flex 2. We will give more additional information when possible.
And it is that the proximity and contact with our skin of this type of products can cause real havoc. No cases have really come to light of any Apple Watch that has exploded on the user's wrist, at least not in a real way, despite the fact that many have tried to get a slice of the simulation, Does this type of issue make you distrust wearables?