Here's some advice for any Brits currently in need of a new DS charger: don't skimp on it. The consumer protection folks at Trading Standards have stated that there are "hundreds of thousands, or even millions" of unsafe AC power adaptors on UK high streets. The cheap (about £6) chargers originated from China, and have exposed wires and ill-fitting pins that can cause the adaptor to overheat, or even electrocute owners, like the poor Pig Slaves above! Yeep!
Versions labeled for the DS Phat, DS Lite and Game Boy are said to be among the biggest culprits, while a fake European CE safety mark appears on many. These might not just be limited to shadier outlets, either -- apparently, several retailers are stocking them, which could mean any of the bigger stores. We suggest using this as an excuse to pick up Hori's effortlessly stylish DS Lite Charge Stand.
[Via MCV]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
7-21-2008 @ 5:42PM
Saria the Cat said...
That lolpig is an epic win.
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7-21-2008 @ 8:57PM
riclucas said...
So... The Daleks masterplan to take over our planet would seem to be going as planned... Soon all life on Earth will be obliterated by 3rd party DS chargers!!!
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7-21-2008 @ 9:30PM
Ashley said...
So, how much do you get paid to endlessly product place?
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7-21-2008 @ 9:30PM
Chris Greenhough said...
Millions.
7-22-2008 @ 10:59AM
tekdroid said...
re: "DS Lite Charge Stand"
Seems a bit pointless to charge if you can't play at the same time. I'll stick with the regular AC Adaptor. What is this fascination with downtime docks?
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7-22-2008 @ 3:19PM
Almadi said...
OMG, I sent you the link for the BBC article over 2 days ago. Not even a small mention.
Thanks a lot DS fanboy.
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