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What is the most common cause of battery fires in smartphones?

Mechanical damage

Background

Most phone batteries catch fire after a strong hit or fall. The fine layers inside can then cause a short circuit. Wrong chargers are also a big risk. That is why damaged batteries should be replaced right away.

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