From:
http://www.dpreview.com/news/0606/06060701hpr707fireware.asp

 

HP R707 extinguished by firmware

Digital Photography Review

We've seen this story reported in many forms on many sites but only truly accurately on Imaging-Resource. The reality is that HP are not recalling the R707 but have instead issued firmware which can prevent a fire hazard. If the camera was used with a non-rechargeable battery (such as a Lithium Duracell CP-1) and then connected to the AC adapter or docking station there was a potential for the battery to overheat and even catch fire. This new firmware resolves this issue.

Phil: Credit to Michael Tomkins at Imaging Resource for clarifying the true nature of this story.

Click here for the HP R707 Camera Firmware update


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