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This will be interesting to watch.

Dell Inc.’s record-setting recall of 4.1 million notebook computer batteries raised safety concerns about the power source of countless electronic devices, but experts said the laptop problem appears to stem from flaws in the production of the batteries, not their underlying technology.

Recalls happen. But the Sony-made batteries are not just for laptops.

Some of the other uses include.

Lithium-ion batteries are not only used to power laptops, but also digital cameras, music players, cell phones and other gadgets.

Replacements are being provided by Sony and other battery manufacturers.

But this isn't the first time Dell has had similar problems.

Monday's move was at least the third recall of Dell notebook batteries in the past five years.

Damage to devices isn't the only consequence.

Dell has not given an estimate for the recall’s cost but said it won’t materially affect the company’s financial results, which suggested that Sony would bear most of the cost. Analysts’ estimated the recall could run $200 million to $400 million.

Ouch! But to some, it's no big deal.

Investors brushed aside the news, pushing up shares of both Dell and Sony in Tuesday trading.

Bully!

I hope...