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The Flaming MacBook, Fire Extinguisher Not Included

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An Australian MacBook owner got an unwelcome surprise – his beloved ivory white portable suddenly began emitting a hissing sound, and moments later spontaneously combusted. Leaving his MacBook char-broiled and blackened.

Poor little bastard. The MacBook I mean. View more photos of the deceased here.

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This entry was posted on March 12, 2007 10:42 AM and is filed under Mac , MacBook .

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