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In a surprising Black Friday sale, the Xbox Series S and PlayStation 5 digital edition are now cheaper than many popular air fryers, with prices reduced to £199.99 and £309 respectively. This has led to a rush among consumers eager to snag these gaming consoles at a bargain price ahead of Christmas. Major retailers like Amazon, GAME, and Sports Direct are offering these deals, but stock is selling out quickly.
A study by Which? reveals that some air fryers sold in the UK are collecting user data, including location and audio permissions, raising privacy concerns. The report highlights how smart tech devices, including air fryers, smart speakers, and washing machines, are gathering and sharing personal information with data firms. Brands like Xiaomi and LG have been noted for their data collection practices, though they claim users can opt out. Consumers are advised to be vigilant about privacy settings on smart devices.
Best Buy is recalling over 287,000 Insignia-branded air fryers and air fryer ovens due to an overheating issue that can cause parts to melt or shatter, posing fire and laceration risks. The recall covers six models sold between November 2021 and November 2023, with 24 reports of melting or glass shattering, including six reports of the fryers catching on fire. Consumers are urged to stop using the products immediately and can receive a refund by following instructions on Best Buy's recall page.
Best Buy is recalling nearly 300,000 Insignia Air Fryers and Insignia Air Fryer Ovens sold in the U.S. and Canada due to concerns of fire, burn, and laceration hazards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported that the air fryers can overheat, causing handles to melt or break, while the air fryer ovens can overheat and shatter the glass door. Best Buy has received 24 reports of overheating/melting or glass shattering, including six reports of air fryers catching on fire, but no injuries or property damage have been reported. Owners are advised to stop using the cookers and can receive refunds and store credits.
Best Buy is recalling over 187,000 air fryers and air fryer ovens from its Insignia brand due to potential fire, burn, and laceration hazards caused by overheating, melting, and glass shattering. The recall affects units sold in the U.S. and Canada, with specific model numbers and capacities. Customers are advised to stop using the units and can request a refund or store credit through the recall website, while Best Buy has contacted known customers directly. This is not the first time Best Buy has recalled Insignia-branded air fryers, with a previous recall in April 2022.
Approximately 319,000 PowerXL air fryers sold at retailers including Walmart, Target, and Kohl's have been recalled due to a burn hazard. The recall was issued after 41 reports of the fryers breaking during use, resulting in burns in some cases. The affected models, which were sold from August 2021 to October 2023, feature a plastic U-Channel connector that can break, posing a risk of burns. Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled air fryers and contact Empower Brands for a full refund.
Over 300,000 air fryers sold at Walmart, Target, and Kohl's are being recalled due to a potential burn hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has received reports of the food baskets breaking apart during use, resulting in burns. The recall applies to Power XL Dual-Basket Air Fryers with model numbers DUAF-005 and DUAF-10, sold between August 2021 and October 2023. Consumers can contact Empower Brands for a full refund.
Over 300,000 PowerXL air fryers sold at major retailers including Walmart and Target are being recalled due to a connector that can break, causing burns to users. The recall affects two models of air fryers made by Empower Brands and sold under the PowerXL name. The U-shaped connector that holds the two baskets together is prone to breaking, causing the baskets to fall and potentially burn users. Owners are urged to stop using the fryers and claim refunds. This comes after a previous recall of two million air fryers manufactured by Cosori due to fire and burn hazards.
Over 300,000 air fryers sold at Walmart, Target, and Kohls are being recalled by Empower Brands due to a potential burn hazard. The recall applies to two models of the PowerXL dual-basket air fryer, as the plastic connector used to combine two food baskets can break during use. Consumers can receive a full refund for the recalled units.
Over 6,000 Secura air fryers are being recalled due to a wire connection that can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Nine incidents of air fryers catching fire, burning, and smoking have been reported. Consumers who purchased the affected models between May 2019 and October 2020 are advised to stop using them immediately. Secura is offering a free replacement or an Amazon gift card to affected customers who provide their contact information and submit photos of the recalled unit with the power cord cut off.
Foodies are rushing to purchase an affordable air fryer from Salter, priced at just £29.99 on Amazon. With an impressive 4.5-star rating, the compact device is praised for its energy-saving capabilities and easy cleaning. Users rave about its ability to cook entire meals, including homemade chips, and its convenience for small households. The Salter air fryer offers an alternative to more expensive options on the market, making it a popular choice among shoppers.