We need to get fuel cells to replace batteries, or work in that 'hybrid' way that a company did a while ago (lithium ion for peak power, fuel cell for sustainability)

Then it will be 'oh noes! my containers of methanol incinerated me!'

Also, good luck getting them on a plane.

i love how every reprint of that AP article lists the same quote at the beginning...

caused Dell to recall 4.1 laptop computers last week

hehe! 4.1. :)

It would be nice if they also standardize the laptop AC power connector.

These explosive batteries are not flawed. Sony is instead trying to add a new feature to their batteries. Remember that plastic surgery you always wanted but your medical insurance would never cover? Now it will!