Is cell phone radiation dangerous? We have investigated!

At a time when cell phones and smartphones are part of everyday life, the question of how dangerous cell phone radiation is is highly topical. Yet this does not seem to be an easy topic, because the danger of cell phone radiation is very controversial. We have compiled an overview of the current health issues for you.

Is cell phone radiation dangerous? What is cell phone radiation actually?

To be able to assess how dangerous cell phone radiation is, you should know what cell phone radiation actually is:

1. Every cell phone uses electromagnetic radiation to transmit data and calls.
2. If a cell phone is lying next to you, this radiation also hits your body.
3. How strong a cell phone radiates can be determined using the SAR value. On the information page of HandyWerte.de you get an overview of the SAR values of different models.
4. How dangerous to health cell phone radiation actually is, is not known exactly until today.
5. It can be assumed, however, that the radiation has an effect on the human body. So you do nothing wrong if you expose yourself to as little radiation as possible.

Avoid cell phone radiation?

If you pay attention to expose yourself to as little radiation as possible, you will quickly get into the habit with the following tips:

1. Look for the lowest possible SAR value before buying a cell phone.
2. Carry your cell phone as far away from your body as possible when you are on the road - so for example in a backpack.
3. Use the hands-free system in the car and otherwise a headset to make calls to increase the distance.
4. Set the flight mode on your cell phone and tablet at night or turn off the devices altogether.