The final legal hurdle for the Pre has been cleared by Palm, reports Engadget. This confirms earlier rumors that the device was in the clear with the FCC. Two filings (link 1, link 2) find that the new webOS device has been granted FCC certification, which generally ensure that the device will not interfere with other devices or emit harmful radiation. Among other informcation, the filings state the Pre's SAR rating (Specific Absorption Rate), and confirm that WiMax is not supported on the device.
For those interested, a complete list of of cell phone radiation levels can be found here. The Pre carries an SAR rating of 1.284 and 0.965 W/kg to the head and body, respectively, which would put it around the middle of the pack, notes Precentral.
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