Mobile Devices

Are cell phones safe? That question pops up every so often, because it might be the most common object that we carry. The answer is: we want to believe they are, and more research is needed. While all cell phones emit some levels of radiation, manufacturers must test a phone’s radio frequency (RF) and submit [...]

Garmin International Inc. is recalling 796,000 portable GPS units sold in the U.S. because its lithium-ion batteries could overheat, posing a fire hazard. Eight incidents were reported to Garmin between July 8, 2009 and July 12, 2010. No significant property damage nor any injuries have been reported. An additional 454,000 units sold outside the U.S. [...]

Reports that counterfeit batteries for BlackBerry devices have overheated and caused skin burns and minor property damage have prompted Asurion to recall 470,000 BlackBerry-branded batteries for refurbished Blackberry-branded devices. Asurion, based in Smyrna, TN, says that consumers may have received counterfeit batteries from Asurion’s handset protection claim program from March 2004 through October 2009. The [...]

How prepared are you in case of an emergency, one that affects you personally? Specifically, have you entered an emergency name and phone number of a relative or friend in case first responders need to assist you, and you’re not in a position to speak for yourself? LegalZoom.com has partnered with Donate Life America to [...]

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