iPhone 8 Plus could have a serious battery problem after handsets 'burst open' while charging

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Reports have emerged of the iPhone 8 Plus's screen splitting away from the body of the device
Apple is investigating reports of iPhone 8 Plus handsets bursting open while charging, suggesting a possible battery issue.
Two iPhone 8 Plus owners - one in Taiwan and one in Japan - have shared pictures their devices onsocial media, showing the screen splitting away from the body of the phone.
The Taiwanese customer told Chinese media sites her iPhone burst open despite being charged with an official Apple power adapter. The handset has been returned to Apple for investigation.

Apple confirmed to Mirror Online that it is aware of the issue and is looking into it.
It is not yet clear what caused the damage, but there is no evidence of overheating. Rather, it appears that the batteries may have swelled due to the gases inside.
The iPhone 8 and 8 Plus went on sale on 22 September, featuring a new glass and aluminium design, an A11 "Bionic" chip and wireless charging.
However, they received a relatively muted response from customers - many of whom are waiting for the top-of-the-range iPhone X to go on sale on November 3.

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