Acer recalls overheating Aspire notebooks

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Certain models affected by faulty microphone cable

Acer has begun a voluntary recall of certain Aspire models Acer is recalling some of its Aspire notebooks after reports of overheating. The hardware manufacturer has made clear that it has not be...

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