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Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G exploded in Bihar when the device was not connected to a charger. Watch the video of the phone emitting smoke here.
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Smartphones catching fire have become an alarming issue, with multiple instances in the past where devices from Xiaomi, OnePlus, and other brands have exploded. In the latest incident, a Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G suddenly exploded, emitting smoke. Sanjeev Raja, a resident of Mohaddinagar, Bhagalpur, Bihar, has shared videos and images of his phone catching fire with 91mobiles, despite the device not being connected to a charger.
The cause of the explosion is not immediately clear, but fortunately, no one was harmed as the device was placed on a bed, away from the owner and their family. This prevented any physical injuries, as such incidents can be extremely dangerous and potentially cause serious harm. You can watch the video of the Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G emitting smoke below.
Sanjeev Raja alleges that his Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G, which was purchased in December of 2021, started emitting smoke without being connected to a charger. The phone was left idle on his bed while he was away making tea. When he returned, he managed to grab a video of his phone emitting smoke. The video and images shared with 91mobiles show the damage could have happened near the battery section, with the middle section of the rear panel completely charred.
The impact of the blast was so severe that at least 2-3 layers of the mattress (where the phone was kept) were burnt. The back cover, which presumably appears to be made of rubber, was seen glued to the bedsheet because of the fire.
We reached out to Xiaomi for a comment on this matter but the company hasn't issued a statement yet. We will update the story as and when we hear from the brand, so stay tuned to 91mobiles for more on this story.