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BEWARE! This solar storm today can damage mobile phones, says NASA; protect your device THIS way
NASA: The massive solar storm is set to hit the Earth today and satellites are not the only electronic devices at risk. Yes, the solar storm today can also damage your mobile phone. This particular solar storm is stronger than usual and as such, it will have a greater impact on our planet. The solar storm was spotted by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on Tuesday, after a halo coronal mass ejection (CME) was hurled towards the Earth. According to the data, the solar storm has been categorized as a G2 class storm, which means it will bring moderate electromagnetic fields along with it. These fields can not only harm satellites and the wireless communication system on Earth, but also your smartphones. So, how can you protect your mobile phone? Read on to find out.