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Matt Ott & Lottie Gibbons

Fitbit recalls one million Ionic watches after burn injuries

Fitbit has recalled one million of its Ionic smartwatches after dozens of users reported burn injuries after the battery overheated.

The fitness gadget maker said anyone who bought the $299 (£225) watch with the model number FB503 should immediately stop using the product and contact Fitbit for packaging to return it.

Customers will receive a full refund and a discount of 40% to purchase certain Fitbit products, the company said.

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