Fitbit Charge 5 owners are experiencing rapid battery drain and other issues following a recent firmware update, leading to frustration and skepticism despite Google's denial of any problems with the update. Users have reported their devices losing charge within minutes or lasting only 12 hours, compared to days before the update. While some users have not encountered issues, many are expressing dissatisfaction with the limited response from Google and Fitbit, prompting concerns about the fitness tracker's reliability.
Toyota has announced a recall of 1.9 million RAV4 SUVs in the U.S. due to potential engine fires caused by battery problems. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received reports of fires, loss of electrical power, and engine stalling related to the 12-volt batteries in the vehicles. Despite four reports of "thermal events" occurring with the ignition off, Toyota is not advising owners to park their vehicles outdoors. Instead, the company is urging owners to have their vehicles inspected and repaired at a dealer to ensure proper installation of replacement batteries and tight holding clamps. Toyota is currently working on a fix and plans to notify owners by late December.
