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transmitting at their maximum power level over the entire range of
frequency bands.
Although the SAR was established at the highest certified level, the
actual SAR level for the mobile phone during use is generally much
lower than the maximum values. In fact, since mobile phones are
designed to operate at many different power levels, they only use the
minimum level of power required to provide a connection to the
network. In theory, the closer you are to a base station antenna, the
lower the power level required by the mobile phone.
The highest tested SAR value for this mobile phone for use at the ear
and compliance against the standard is 1.11 W/kg. While there may be
differences between the SAR levels on various phones and at various
positions, they all meet the relevant International guidelines and EU
requirements for RF (radio-waves) exposure.
The World Health Organization (WHO) considers that
present scientific information does not indicate the need for
any special precautions for use of mobile phones. If individuals are
concerned, they might choose to limit their own or their children’s RF
exposure by limiting the length of calls, or using “hands-free” devices
to keep mobile phones away from the head and body (fact sheet n°
