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Selecting a cell phone Even if you are EMF sensitive, you may want to own a cell phone for emergency reasons. You can research which cell phones have the lowest SAR values at the following sites: SAR stands for Specific Absorption Rate. The FCC requires that a cell phone must have a SAR less than 1.6W/kg CNET review of 10 lowest SAR Cell phones FCC information regarding SAR values Environmental Working Group Cell Phone Review The best cell phones have a SAR of 0.1-0.3W/kg. Remember that cell phones use different frequencies and also have different added features that you may be specifically sensitive to, such as GPS or 3G. SARs is an important value, but not the only attribute that you should concentrate on. In particular, we recommend cell phones without GPS capability for EMF sensitive individuals.
Real Time Measurements: Applications are beginning to come available that monitor your cell phone's radiation levels in real time. TAWKON for example, has made this application available for the Apple iPhone and for the BlackBerry. Blackberry can have a SAR of up to 1.54W/kg, close to the radiation limit. The Apple iPhone has a SAR of 0.79 - 1.38 W/kg.
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Selecting a Carrier We have had success with Metro PCS as our cellular service of choice, although they do not have complete geographical coverage. Metro PCS uses CDMA technology. We recommend that individuals try different cell phone services to find the one most suitable for them. The Off Button For individuals with EMF Sensitivity, we recommend limited use of cell phones. We also recommend that your cell phone be turned off unless you are making a call, and for the battery to be removed when not in use. "The Spy in Your Hand" Newsweek (June 8, 2009) |