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Hey, is this really possible?
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If yes then should I avoid using mobile phones outside or even in-car?
Seems to me that there should be some danger signs on phones then...
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I've changed your subject to a question, in line with forum policy.
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I would assume that, when transmitting, the radio waves would reduce the breakdown voltage of the surrounding air. With the limited power of a mobile phone I would not expect this to be very significant, but it could increase the chance of a lightning strike, if only by a small amount. Perhaps it is equivalent to being a few feet taller. It would be worse if a long way from the cellsite and therefore using the highest power transmission from your handset.
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