The cellular transmission SAR values for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (FCC ID BCG-E8684A) are 1.01 W/kg (watts per kilogram) at the head and 1.15 W/kg when worn on the body. The hotspot/Airplay SAR level is 1.15 W/kg. The simultaneous transmission SAR values for iPhone 16 Pro Max (cellular plus Wi-Fi) is 1.41 W/kg at the head, 1.55 W/kg when worn on the body, and 1.55 W/kg when used as a hotspot simultaneously with other transmitters active.
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Cell Phone Usage & Radiation Exposure
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Safety Tip:
How Much Will Turning Off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Reduce Radiation?
This SAR chart reveals how turning off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on your Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max can significantly reduce your exposure to radiation. Our SAR comparison chart shows that by simply turning off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth transmitters, you can lower the RF radiation exposure to your head by 28.1%, and you can lower exposure to the body by 25.6%, when considering these differences between cellular-only (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth OFF) and simultaneous use exposure (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ON), a wise way to reduce excessive phone radiation is to tap off unnecessary transmitters when not in use! Additionally, when using your phone as a hotspot, turning off Bluetooth can reduce your exposure by up to 34.5% according to the FCC SAR report for device number BCG-E8684A.
Comparison of SAR levels between cellular-only and simultaneous exposure
Cellular Only
(% DIFF)
Wi-Fi + Cellular
1.014 W/kg
HEAD 28.1%
1.410 W/kg
1.149 W/kg
BODY 25.6%
1.545 W/kg
1.149 W/kg
HOTSPOT 34.5%
1.545 W/kg
Key Takeaways
Children vs Adults: Children have higher SAR levels due to thinner skulls and developing tissues, making them more vulnerable to radiation.
Wi-Fi Impact: Simultaneous use of cellular and Wi-Fi transmission increases SAR levels for all age groups.
Precautionary Measures: Using radiation protection products like QuantaCase can help mitigate these risks, especially for younger users.
By understanding these differences, parents and guardians can make informed decisions to better protect their children from excessive microwave radiation exposure, emphasizing the need for safer smartphone usage practices and protective accessories like QuantaCase.
Children vs Adults Radiation Exposure
The Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of a mobile device measures the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body during device usage.
The SAR values for the iphone-16-pro-max (FCC ID BCG-E8684A) are as follows:
1.01 W/kg when held at the head with cellular transmission only
1.15 W/kg when worn on the body with cellular transmission only
1.15 W/kg when used as a Hotspot or Airplay
1.41 W/kg when held at the head with simultaneous cellular and Wi-Fi transmission
1.55 W/kg when worn on the body with simultaneous cellular and Wi-Fi transmission
1.55 when used as a Hotspot simultaneously with other transmitters active.
Head SAR LevelSAR test when held against your head when only using cellular service. Wifi and other transmitter are NOT active
1.014 W/kg
Body SAR LevelSAR test when held against your body only using cellular service. Wifi and other transmitter are NOT active
1.149 W/kg
Product Specific UseSAR test when held against your body only using the phone as a hotspot. Cellular and other transmitter are NOT active
1.149 W/kg
Simultaneous TransmissionThe highest possible SAR recorded with ALL transmitters active, Cellular, WiFi, and Hotspot
W/kg
Simultaneous HeadThe highest possible SAR test when held against your HEAD with cellular and WiFi transmitters active,
1.410 W/kg
Simultaneous BodyThe highest possible SAR test when held against your BODY with cellular and WiFi transmitters active,
1.545 W/kg
Hotspot SARThe highest possible SAR test when held against your BODY using the phone as a hotspot with cellular and WiFi transmitters active,
1.545 W/kg
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FCC SAR Levels: Understanding the FCC SAR levels of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is crucial for ensuring safe usage. The specific absorption rate (SAR) indicates the amount of radiofrequency energy absorbed by the body, and it’s important to stay within safe limits.QuantaCase: Stay safe from radiation with the RF Safe® QuantaCase™, specifically designed to reduce your exposure to electromagnetic radiation while ensuring your iPhone 16 Pro Max performs at its best.
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