PSA: The Steam Controller’s magnetic charger can be a fire hazard
Summary
Ars Technica highlights a safety PSA about the Steam Controller's magnetic charging puck, whose exposed metal contacts can spark or start a fire if in contact with metal. Valve's manual warns magnets may attract metallic items and could affect medical devices and magnetic storage; a Reddit incident involving a watch strap near the puck is cited, and Valve plans a replacement for affected items. The piece emphasizes careful storage and awareness of magnet-related hazards in consumer hardware.