Today we cannot imagine our lives without a cell phone. He accompanies us everywhere. It is our camera, our connection to the world, our alarm, and our work and study tool. However, various analyzes are still debating the health risks posed by the use of mobile phones, among other reasons, due to the radiation they emit.
It is important to note that to be offered for sale, all cell phone models have to pass a series of tests to confirm that they comply with the standards. In that sense, while there is no universal guide for a "safe" level of radiation, the German certification, for example, only approves phones that have a specific absorption rate of less than 0.60 watts per kilogram.
In the case of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), in the United States, the current measurement to determine the safety limit is known as the “specific absorption rate” or SAR and has been set at 1.6 watts per kilogram.
Cell phones that emit the most radiation
The German Federal Office for Radiation Protection (Bundesamt für Strahlenschutz) has generated a comprehensive database of new and old smartphones to analyze the level of radiation they broadcast.
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According to his research, the current smartphones that generate the highest level of radiation are:
Other models in the crosshairs
It should be mentioned that the above list refers to the most current models on the market, which is why no Apple model appears because although the German agency has Flagged smartphones like the iPhone 7 and iPhone 8 in the past for their high level of radiation, the company's latest launches have reduced their emissions.
On the other hand, a few months ago an investigation by the Tribune newspaper stated that four iPhone models (7, 8, 8 Plus and X), three Samsung Galaxy (S8, S9 and J3) and three Motorola (e5, e5 Play and g6 Play) exceed the safety limit.
However, the FCC stated that the tests were “not as comprehensive” as those generally presented for official compliance reports. Still he promised to investigate.
Is cell phone radiation harmful?
Considering that most of the time the cell phone is close to us, be it in our hand, in our pocket or next to our bed while we sleep, many they are concerned by the idea that they are taking long-term risks.
The reality is that there is still no conclusive research on the long-term effects of using mobile phones, among other reasons, because these devices have only been in our lives for a short time, remember that the first one was launched in 1983 and its constant use only takes a few years.
On the other hand, technologies such as 5G networks are still newer, although they are already causing concerns among users and researchers who have petitioned the authorities to change the allowed security standards.
How to protect yourself from cell phone radiation?
Experts suggest the following practices to limit unnecessary exposure to cell phone radiation:
Disconnect from regular use of your device as much as possible. Do not keep your phone next to your body, for example in your pants pocket. Use speakerphone or a headset when making calls. Don't sleep next to your phone or other devices. Keep your phone in airplane mode when you're not using it.