If we tell you that now you will have to change your phone every five years, you will be stunned. But it is true. Because, a new policy of the government has come, which is being called Scrap Policy. Under this, the government has fixed the expiry date of Mobile Phones, Laptop, Fridge, TV, AC and many more. They will have to be scrapped. It is being said in many posts on social media that the government has brought a new scrap policy for smartphones. According to this, the phone will have to be junked every five years. This is complete nonsense. There is nothing like that. Let us know the important facts related to this policy. Actually we will have to change our smartphone every five years. Because the government has brought a new scrap policy.
What is SAR Value?
It is believed that the SAR value of a smartphone starts increasing after five years. SAR value which means Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). This shows how much radiation any device is spreading. It can also be understood that there is a standard meter for how much radiation any device is spreading.
SAR level more than 1.6 W/Kg is harmful
The SAR level of any device should not exceed 1.6 W/Kg. The world accepts this standard. The Government of India has also considered this as standard and has given detailed information about it on its website. These standards are in effect from September 1, 2013 and are strictly applicable to all products ranging from smartphones to other products. It is mentioned on the box of the smartphone. Although it varies according to each device.
Check SAR Value in this way
Let us tell you that till now no evidence has been found that the abstract value increases with time. The amazing thing is that checking it also takes a few seconds. All you have to do is go to the dial pad of your smartphone and type *#07# and the abstract value will be visible on the screen. Rest, you tell us how old is your phone and how often do you touch your phone. Along with this, also tell us what you do with your old phone…