Boy developed "toasted skin" condition from using a laptop every day

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What happened

Laptops don't usually get hot enough to burn—but they can still be harmful.

Key facts

  • Reported by Ars Technica and published Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:16:05 UTC.

Why it matters

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