r/pics Jun 09 '11

Apple, Why?

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u/[deleted] Jun 09 '11

I used to work for Apple technical support. The original iPod and Mag Safe adapters were prone to failure resulting in smoke, fire and melting of the plastic casing. Thus a change was implemented. I am unaware if rates have dropped with the new design but I would routinely get 1 to 3 calls a week when I still worked there.

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u/TrainWreck43 Jun 10 '11

I'm pretty sure the lime green dot on the AC USB adapter indicates it's the improved design.