Verizon recalls 2.5 million hotspot devices for fire hazard in batteries

Verizon is recalling 2.5 million hotspot devices due to concerns over fire hazard. This comes after the company discovered that the lithium-ion battery in the devices can overheat and create a fire. Verizon had received 15 such reports, with at least two of them involving minor injuries. The recall will impact Ellipsis Jetpack mobile hotspots sold between April 2017 and March 2021.