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Concerns about possible dangers linked to cellphone use have prompted scam artists to figure out a new way to make a buck. Leave it to scammers to jump on the latest scientific frenzy. Scammers are promoting "shields" that can protect from the cancer- causing waves. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are warning consumers to be on the lookout for these so-called "shields." It’s important for consumers to do their research before investing in any too-good-to-be-true technology. More times than not, victims will end up with a faulty product that, in many cases, doesn’t actually do any good. The FTC says so-called "shields" may interfere with your cellphone’s reception. Cost-free options for limiting cellphone electromagnetic emissions include: Go hands free. When chatting on the phone for long periods of time consider using a hands-free device, like an earpiece, or using the speakerphone feature. Wait for a good signal. When you have a weak signal, your phone works harder, emitting more radiation. Shop around. When looking for a new cellphone, consider investing in one that has a low specific absorption rate (SAR) before you buy. Measured in watts per kilogram of tissue, the SAR reveals how much radiation the body absorbs while using the mobile device. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has a record of this information for phones that were made in the last two years. You can find the FCC ID number on the inside of your cellphone’s case. Legally, in the United States, a phone can’t emit more than 1.6 watts per kilogram. More information is available at bbb.org/us/bbb-news. Read more: Beware of phone ‘shield’ scam - Dedham, Massachusetts - The Dedham Transcript http://www.dailynewstranscript.com/archive/x1804872998/Beware-of-phone-shield-scam#ixzz1YNX2CvZF Greg Williams [email protected] [email protected] _______________________________________________ Medianews mailing list [email protected] http://lists.etskywarn.net/mailman/listinfo/medianews
