nVidia recalls Shield tablets due to battery concerns


  • TECH
  • Monday, 03 Aug 2015

Fire hazard: The company is recalling its 8in Shield tablets because of a risk of its battery overheating. Photo: Reuters

nVidia Corp said it was recalling about 83,000 of its Shield 8in tablets as the battery in these devices can overheat, posing a fire hazard. 

The company, known for its graphics chips, said it would replace all tablets sold between July 2014 and July 2015. 

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