Apple’s wireless ear jacks have been out for over a year now, and have proven very popular for joggers and gym bunnies who appreciate the lack of annoying cables .

But all that earplug love could turn to fear and loathing thanks to what Jason Colon said happened to him during a workout in Tampa, Florida.

According to the buff gym-goer , one of his AirPods started belching white smoke, caught fire, then exploded .

There are no corroborating witnesses , but take a look at the news report ; Colon’s testimony seems pretty genuine , as does the damage to his ear jacks.

Apple is investigating the incident – but in the meantime, let’s hope listening to music won’t literally blow anyone’s ears off .