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Gizmodo
2 days ago
- Gizmodo
Anker's 5-in-1 USB-C Hub With HDMI Port Is Near-Free on Amazon, Limited Stock Available
Laptops keep getting thinner and thinner, but they have to sacrifice certain things to achieve that size. One such thing? Connectivity ports. Whether you're using a MacBook, a newer Windows ultrabook, or even a tablet with USB-C support, you've probably run into the same problem. There's not enough room to plug in everything you need. That's where a USB-C hub comes in, and Anker's 5-in-1 model is one of the best around. Even better, it's currently marked down at Amazon. See at Amazon Get the Anker 5-in-1 USB-C Hub for $12 on Amazon, down from its usual price of $23 — a 48% discount. Connect everything you need all at once This compact little hub is designed for people who need more connectivity without sacrificing portability or desk space. It has two USB-A 2.0 ports, one USB-A 3.0 ports, and an HDMI port wit 90W pass-through charging and a total input of 100W. 10W of that are used to make the hub more efficient. It also offers fast data transfers thanks to its USB 3.0 port and the other two USB 2.0 ports. The 100W PD passthrough charging, lets you keep your laptop powered up while using all the other ports at once. That's a big help for anyone working from a laptop full-time who's tired of juggling power cables and dongles just to stay connected. I'm just going to raise my hand here, since that's something I do routinely. This is a super slim and minimalistic USB hub too, with a built-in USB-C cable that's short enough for portability but long enough to be useful on a desk. And like most Anker products, it's built for longevity with solid construction and internal safeguards to protect against overheating and power surges. The only thing you're going to have to worry about providing is a power brick, which is not provided. But you can use just about any old generic charger if you have one lying around, like from a smartphone. If you're looking to simplify your work setup or slim down on the things you need to keep with you at all times, this deal is well worth checking out. The Anker 5-in-1 USB-C Hub is a small upgrade with big convenience, and since it's just $12 right now, there's really no reason not to get one or get a couple, then keep one in your bag and one elsewhere. We're all about convenience these days. See at Amazon
The Sun
28-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Brits warned to ‘stop using' popular bicycle NOW due to defective brakes which pose ‘risk of injury'
BRITS have been warned to "stop using" a popular bicycle immediately - due to defective brakes which could pose a "risk of injury". The hazard arises from "locking rings" within the adapter that can become loose over time. 2 These could then detach from the braking system - causing it to malfunction. The recall applies to all Simplon Bicycles fitted with SwissStop Centerlock Adapter Sets. In a statement, the Office for Product Safety and Standards said the product did not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005. It added: "The product presents a risk of injuries, as the locking rings within the adapters can loosen over time and detach from the braking system. "This could result in reduced or even no braking performance, which could lead to the rider falling from the bicycle and becoming injured." Simplon has launched a "modification programme" in light of the issue. It has urged customers to stop using the bicycles until the adapter has been replaced. Those affected can contact the manufacturer for a free replacement. All affected bicycles were sold between January 2023 and 2024. They were manufactured in Austria, the recall notice adds. Staying Safe with Product Recalls in the UK It comes after a popular gadget sold on TikTok was urgently recalled over concerns it could electrocute users. Authorities warned that the Jia Le Xin 3 Socket USB Hub came with a "noncompliant plug" - meaning owners had a "serious risk" of getting an electric shock. Meanwhile, a USB Electric Toothbrush Charger sold on Amazon was also recalled, over a serious risk of fire. Affected serial numbers 100015011022 100031010323 100057010423 100131011022 100140010423 100168010923 100172010623 100201010623 100234031023 100417031023 100576010523 100601010423 101328011222 101403011222 101408011222 101599011222 102063011222 The product had a number of issues with its fuse, meaning that if an electrical surge or fault were to occur, it could cause a fire. And, Nutribullet warned customers over its GO NBG-100 Rechargeable Blender. The popular item was discovered to have faulty batteries that may overheat while charging. It had previously been hailed by Aldi as "ideal for those on the go". Your product recall rights Chief consumer reporter James Flanders reveals all you need to know. Product recalls are an important means of protecting consumers from dangerous goods. As a general rule, if a recall involves a branded product, the manufacturer would usually have lead responsibility for the recall action. But it's often left up to supermarkets to notify customers when products could put them at risk. If you are concerned about the safety of a product you own, always check the manufacturer's website to see if a safety notice has been issued. When it comes to appliances, rather than just food items, the onus is usually on you - the customer - to register the appliance with the manufacturer as if you don't there is no way of contacting you to tell you about a fault. If you become aware that an item you own has been recalled or has any safety noticed issued against it, make sure you follow the instructions given to you by the manufacturer. They should usually provide you with more information and a contact number on its safety notice. In some cases, the manufacturer might ask you to return the item for a full refund or arrange for the faulty product to be collected. You should not be charged for any recall work - such as a repair, replacement or collection of the recalled item 2
Scottish Sun
25-04-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Urgent TikTok shop recall of hugely popular gadget that ELECTROCUTES users – check your tech now
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN URGENT recall has been issued for a popular gadget sold on TikTok over concerns it electrocutes users. The recall notice states owners of the product should return the item due to an error with its plug. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The Jia Le Xin 3 Socket USB Hub sold through TikTok has been urgently recalled due to an electric shock risk Credit: The Jia Le Xin 3 Socket USB Hub has a "serious risk" of giving users an electric shock as it has a "noncompliant plug", according to the recall notice filed with the Office for Product Safety and Standards. Sold on TikTok, the bottom two pins on the item's plug are less than 9.55mm away from its edge, which is "less than the minimum permissible distance". This means that if users plug in the device without the pins fully entering the socket, they could be at risk of an electric shock if they try to remove the plug by using their fingers close to the base of the pins. The notice explained that since the product did not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994, it had been recalled. TikTok has said it has also removed the listing of the product from its online marketplace. The specific product affected has a barcode of 6952640500010, product number F001U, and was made in China. It is described as a Black USB hub with space for three sockets. The recall notice states: "The product presents a serious risk of electric shock because it is supplied with a noncompliant plug. "The bottom two pins are less than 9.5mm from the periphery of the plug, less than the minimum permissible distance. "If the user plugs in the device without the pins fully entering the socket, and they then try to remove the plug by placing their fingers close to the base of the pins, they may receive an electric shock." 'Fecal contaminated' butter recalled with millions of shoppers urged to check label – it was sold at Walmart The notice added: "The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994." This comes as an investigation found popular money gadgets were still being sold online despite them being subject to multiple government recalls. So-called energy saving eco plugs have appealed to Brits desperate to keep spiralling bills down. These scam plugs claim to save households money on their electricity by "stabilising" voltage and "balancing" electric current to "optimise" the performance of household appliances. However, Which? tested eight such devices bought from AliExpress, Amazon, eBay, Shein, Temu and TikTok Shop and found they failed basic electrical safety standards, meaning they are illegal and potentially dangerous. The consumer watchdog said the platforms all removed the listings it reported to them, but many identical-looking devices were still available to buy weeks later. Popular hair brush is urgently recalled in UK over 'high risk of electric shock' – as shoppers warned 'stop using NOW' AN URGENT recall has been issued over a popular hair brush that poses a "high risk of electric shock Shoppers have been warned to "stop using this product immediately" and to "safely dispose of it." The TP-5+1 Hot Air Styler sold via Wowcher is being urgently recalled over electric shock risks. It happens to be supplied with a three-pin "clover" style unfused plug. Unfused plugs pose a fire risk in the UK due to their dimensions. This means its possible for users to touch the live pin when plugging in or unplugging it from the socket. For this reason, the product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994. Shoppers have been advised to stop using the product immediately and dispose of it. In 2022, researchers tested near-identical devices from Amazon and eBay twice and reported them to the platforms, which then delisted them. The Office for Product Safety and Standards officially recalled four similar devices on AliExpress, eBay and Wish the same year, citing a "serious risk of fire and electric shock". One device Which? said was available on AliExpress claimed to "reduce" line loss and "improve" power factor, with around 260 buyers. Another sold via eBay by a third party seller claimed to use 'a capacitor system to store electrical energy, allowing it to be released more smoothly'. The one sold on Shein was branded as a 'Magic Electricity-Saving Box'. Experts at Which? found that the items they tested had poor quality soldering, contained too much lead - which is tightly regulated due to potential health side effects - and had unmarked non-standard capacitors indicating they were not manufactured in the UK and therefore potentially unsafe.
